Lab 6 Activity
Overview
For Lab 6 you will identify the 8 metamorphic rock samples based on observations of their texture and composition. The samples include the following metamorphic rocks:
| Anthracite | Gneiss | Marble | Quartzite |
| Garnet schist | Hornfels | Phyllite | Slate |
Samples to Use for Lab 6
Collect the following rock samples:
| SM-71 | SM-73 | SM-84 | SM-82 |
| SM-72 | SM-75 | SM-85 | SM-81 |
What to Do Next
Use the Lab 6 worksheet (Figure 5.13) to record your observations and guide you through the identification process for each metamorphic rock.
Refer to Figure 5.14 to help you match your observations with a name. Note that Figure 5.14 includes rocks that are not in your set.