BGS mineralogy and petrology collection record

Sample number S11070
Sample Donor Barrow, G.
Rock name 'Original entry: Fine Grey Gneiss Or Schist'
Stratigraphy Not entered
Comments Structure between schist and gneiss, but much finer. Link to honestones. Abundant biotite. See Memoir, p.38
Locality details G. Little gorge, 300 yds S of Pool Tarf, Tilt
50k map sheet Kingussie (64)

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Map reference NN 982 794
Year collected Not entered 
Bore name Not applicable
Confidentiality No restrictions

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Transition from XPL to PPL light


S11070

Cross Polarized, S11070

Plane Polarized, S11070

Plane Polarized, S11070