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Identifying Quartz Varieties in Arizona
Learn how to distinguish between different types of quartz found in Arizona mineral deposits.
Dr. Sarah Chen
January 2024
Safe Collecting Techniques & Best Practices
Essential safety guidelines for field trips and specimen collection.
John Martinez
December 2023
The Geology of the Apache Trail
Understanding the geological history and formations found along Arizona's scenic Apache Trail.
Professor James Wilson
November 2023
All Articles
Identifying Quartz Varieties in Arizona
Learn how to distinguish between different types of quartz found in Arizona mineral deposits.
Safe Collecting Techniques & Best Practices
Essential safety guidelines for field trips and specimen collection.
The Geology of the Apache Trail
Understanding the geological history and formations found along Arizona's scenic Apache Trail.
Fluorescent Minerals: Light Up Your Collection
Discover minerals that glow under UV light and how to collect and display them.
Fossil Identification for Beginners
An introduction to identifying common fossils found in Arizona geological formations.
Crystallography Basics: Understanding Crystal Systems
Learn about the different crystal systems and how to identify them in your specimens.
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