The Rocks & Minerals Challenge Game
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Rock Identification by Picture and Attribute
Explorers! Before you begin your journey, you need to recognize these geological specimens.
 
Begin by selecting one of the specimens pictured.
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Name: Anthracite Coal
 
Classification: Igneous
Texture/Color:
non-foliated/black, metallic luster

Minerals Composition:
none, composed of carbon
Metamorphic Grade:
medium to high
Parent Rock:
bituminous coal
About this rock:
Normally an unbanded type of coal. More glassy in appearance. "High-grade" coal-very clean burning; burns very hot.
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