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Can anyone help me identify this rock a friend of mine said it might be a nest of some sort or an egg curious to know if anybody has any ideas on what it is thank you
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Unfortunately not. The first two pix in post #4 show a fossil bi-valve sea shell in a water worn pebble. The sea shell filled with silt, which has survived, but most of the shell material has been weathered away due to higher carbonate content. Can you see the internal muscle attachments on the filling? There are many other smaller fossils in that pebble.Lori Fenton said:Do you I think these are dino eggs
Probably not. On the balance of probabilities, they are worth more as a mystery than as a certainty.Lori Fenton said:So you think it's worth a trip to the university to have them looked at a bit closer then
Lori Fenton said:I don't quite see the seashell thing
Lori Fenton said:Can anyone help me identify this rock a friend of mine said it might be a nest of some sort or an egg curious to know if anybody has any ideas on what it is thank you
I think this is a Septarian Nodule, although not as pretty as someLori Fenton said:Can anyone help me identify this rock a friend of mine said it might be a nest of some sort or an egg curious to know if anybody has any ideas on what it is thank you
The best way to identify a rock is by conducting a series of tests, such as examining its physical properties (color, texture, shape), conducting a streak test, and performing a hardness test.
The three main types of rocks are igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic. Igneous rocks are formed from cooling and solidification of molten materials, sedimentary rocks are formed from the accumulation and cementation of sediments, and metamorphic rocks are formed from the transformation of existing rocks under high heat and pressure.
There are many resources available to learn about different types of rocks, such as geology textbooks, online articles and websites, and geological maps and charts. You can also visit a local museum or geological park for hands-on learning.
The value of a rock depends on many factors, such as rarity, beauty, and demand. Some rocks, like gemstones, can be valuable due to their rarity and aesthetic appeal. Others, like gold and silver, have high market value. It is best to consult a professional geologist or mineralogist to determine the value of a specific rock.
Identifying rocks is important for understanding the Earth's history, geological processes, and natural resources. It also helps in the classification and study of different types of rocks, which can provide valuable information for various industries, such as construction, mining, and oil and gas exploration.