Geology rocks

From andesite to quartzite and everything in between, here’s your ultimate list of the 30 coolest types of rock on Earth

Geological rock folding in sedimentary layers on beach coastline, Croajingalong National Park, Victoria, Australia. Approx 5x3 foot section shown. Fuji GSW690II 6x9cm format, Fuji Velvia 50 film. © Ern Mainka

Unearth what gneiss is, how it forms via metamorphism, its banded textures, and how to distinguish it from schist or granite.

A picture is worth a thousand words, but not all pictures are created equal. The pictures we usually feature on Learning Geology are field pictures showing Geological structures and features and many of them are high quality gem and mineral pictures. The purpose is to encourage students and professionals' activities by promoting "learning and scope" of Geology through our blogs. In the end of 2016, we are sharing with you the 10 best photos of 2016 which we have posted on our page. P.S: we…

In the Saudi Arabian desert, the Al Naslaa rock formation looks completely unnatural. Its perfectly vertical split remains a mystery.

Curious what rocks look like after each tumbling stage? Here are videos of rock tumbling before and after results! 😁👍🪨💦

Rock deformation is the process by which rocks change shape or size in response to stress. Stress is a force applied per unit area, and it c...

Not my pic - wish I could see it tho... Flysch formations, Zumaia Beach, Basque County

Photo about Various raw minerals and ores with names isolated on white background. Image of background, natural, molybdenite - 77285484

Antique Minerals Print, Crystals, Gems, Vintage Science Chart, Art Print, Minerals Rocks, Wall Art, Decor, Vintage Illustration

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