Aqueous Crystal Growth ADRS Rock Crust Thin Section
![Photomicrograph of a rock crust thin section from the Amarigosa Desert Research Site in Nevada.](https://d9-wret.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/assets/palladium/production/s3fs-public/styles/full_width/public/thumbnails/image/Crust-A_blue_epoxy_mounting_25x.jpg?itok=4hBGdf6I)
Detailed Description
A rock crust thin section obtained from the Amarigosa Desert Research Site (ADRS) Grid Area (impregnated with a blue epoxy). The photomicrograph is obtained with a crossed polarized light illumination. Crust exhibits porosity (shown as a blue color in the interior of the section) and a complex layered mineral structure. Scale marker is at the lower right hand corner of the photomicrograph.
Sources/Usage
Public Domain.