What Is a Rock Piece of Flim Flam?

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Because of ethical issues sourcing diamonds, a lot of people these days are choosing a stone called a masenite for engagement rings. Silican carbide is also used in rocket engines and as semi conductors and li d lights and for bullet proof rests. I can't not take this opportunity to talk about climate change. Climate change is realanditink i not save the opportunity to say that but no, part of my research tor the rocks that i study,. i use a lot of mathenes computer models, and i also use all these ancient shore lines around north america tot study how our climate has changed in the past. And so what we're seen to day is absolutely not

What is a rock? How big is a boulder? Why are they pretty and heavy? It’s rock talk with a true enthusiast, the charming and beloved Geologist Schmitty Thompson. Schmitty walks us through different types of rocks, minerals, geological formations, roadside wonders, countertop crystals, stone skipping, and why you should stare lovingly into a pit of gravel. There were so many listener questions, we had to make this a two-parter people. So roll up a boulder, take a seat, and enjoy Schmitty’s Geology Corner. Also: losing my marbles.