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Crystals & Fossils
In this earth science worksheet, students identify and locate vocabulary terms related to crystals and fossils. There are 32 words located in the puzzle.
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The image.com: Gem Gallery
Learn all about gemstones at this site. Here you can view gem images and read the very detailed descriptions and general information facts pertaining to select gems.
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The image.com: Minerals
This is a very large list of minerals complete with image and physical descriptions, chemical descriptions, and classification.
San Diego Natural History Museum
San Diego Natural History Museum: Mineral Matters: Color
Don't be fooled! While color is one way to identify a mineral, it can often be misleading. Quartz is one example of a mineral that can change colors depending on its chemical make-up.
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The image.com: Minerals
This is a very large list of minerals complete with image and physical descriptions, chemical descriptions, and classification.