BGS mineralogy and petrology collection record

Sample number E25122
Sample Donor Dunham,K.C.; Plint, Mr.;
Rock name Ash (Tephra). 'Original entry: Ash'
Stratigraphy Not entered
Comments Grey blue, banded sliceous tuffs with distinct patination; conchoidal fracture and 'Blockey jointing'. (Miss CI Felt of Mem. Archeology & Technology)
Locality details Pike of Stickle, south scree
50k map sheet Cumbria or Ambleside (38)

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Map reference NY 273 073
Year collected Not entered 
Bore name Not applicable
Confidentiality No restrictions

Petrological thin sections

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Transition from XPL to PPL light


E25122

Cross Polarized, E25122

Plane Polarized, E25122

Plane Polarized, E25122