Hands-On Geological Science Experiments Much more than just a
crystal-growing kit, this experiment set teaches you the
chemistry of crystals and the geological science behind rock
formation. Grow three chemically different types of crystals
that exhibit not only different colors, but also different
shapes. Build three-dimensional geometric models of common
crystal shapes including octahedrons, tetrahedrons, and
rhomboids. Mold your own crystal geode — a hollow rock with
crystals growing inside. Through the activities, you'll learn
how to test and identify minerals with your very own collection
of real specimens supplied including granite, limestone, basalt,
marble, pumice, calcite, pyrite, quartz, hematite, bornite,
fluorite, magnetite, and soapstone. Conduct tests to determine a
mineral’s chemical and physical properties such as color,
luster, streak color, hardness, density, magnetic properties,
and carbon, sulfur, or iron content. Investigate the geologic
rock cycle and learn how the three main categories