BGS mineralogy and petrology collection record
| Sample number | S73405; COLLNONX1246; |
|---|---|
| Sample Donor | Rock,N.M.S. |
| Rock name | Metadiorite. |
| Stratigraphy | Not entered |
| Comments | Aphyric microdioritic dyke. Group of numerous dyke within Criffel granite aureole. ? Hornfelsed. Lwr.Devonian-minor intrusion in Silurian greywacke |
| Locality details | Coast between Rockcliffe and Castle Head Point |
| 50k map sheet | Dalbeattie (5E) |
| Map reference | NX 8522 5265 |
| Year collected | Not entered |
| Bore name | Not applicable |
| Confidentiality | No restrictions |
Petrological thin sections
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Transition from XPL to PPL light
S73405
