Septarian nodule

UNB-2017-0160Rocks » Sedimentary

Description

Three polished samples. Yellow Calcite and brown Aragonite are visible. *One sample is missing. Septarian nudules are unusual rock formations from mud concretions that form on sea beds. The different minerals that make up the nodule include yellow Calcite, brown Aragonite, white or clear Barite and limestone.

Specifications

Object nameSeptarian nodule
IDUNB-2017-0160
Legal statusPermanent collection
CategoryRock
Classification
Rock group:
Sedimentary
CompositionCalcite, Limestone, Aragonite
OriginUnknown
Pieces3
PartialNo
Measurements
  • 5cm x 4cm x 0.5cm
  • 6cm x 3.5cm x 0.5cm
  • 13.5cm x 11.5cm x 1cm