Igneous Rock Collection
Product Code : JA-GE-7282
The Igneous Rock Collection (SKU JA-GE-7282) contains 15 representative igneous rocks of about 37 x 37 mm each. It covers coarse-grained plutonic rocks such as granite, syenite, gabbro, pegmatite and anorthosite, fine-grained volcanic rocks such as basalt, rhyolite and andesite, porphyries, volcanic glasses (obsidian and pitchstone) and the vesicular rocks pumice and scoria, plus tuff. This igneous rock collection is supplied by JaincoLab.
Specifications
The collection has 15 specimens, each about 37 x 37 mm. The list runs from coarse-grained plutonic rocks to glassy and frothy volcanic rocks, so texture can be compared across the whole range.
| Product | Igneous Rock Collection |
| SKU | JA-GE-7282 |
| Specimens | 15 representative igneous rocks, each approx. 37 x 37 mm |
| Rocks included | Granite; syenite; gabbro; tuff; obsidian; rhyolite porphyry; trachyte porphyry; pegmatite; basalt; anorthosite; rhyolite; andesite; pitchstone; pumice; scoria |
Uses of the igneous rock collection
The range lets students connect crystal size and texture with how fast the magma cooled.
- Comparing plutonic and volcanic textures
- Studying porphyritic texture in the two porphyries
- Examining glassy and vesicular volcanic rocks
- Rock identification practicals
- Relating vesicles in pumice and scoria to escaping gas
Scope of supply and ordering
Supply is the 15 specimens listed in the table. Packing, lead time and the quantity per order are agreed on the quotation.
Frequently asked questions
What size are the specimens?
About 37 x 37 mm each.
Which volcanic glasses are included?
Obsidian and pitchstone.
Are vesicular rocks included?
Yes, pumice and scoria.
Related products
- Expanded Rock Collection
- Class Rock Pack
- Identifying Sedimentary Rocks
- Ores of Common Metals Collection
Other products in this group are in the geology equipment range.
Request a quote
Ask for the price of the igneous rock collection by quoting SKU JA-GE-7282 on the JaincoLab contact page. Buying under a laboratory tender? Use our tenders page.
