Applications and Investigations in Earth Science (9th Edition)
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Author: Edward J. Tarbuck, Frederick K. Lutgens, Dennis G. Tasa
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Chapter 2.2, Problem 2A
For the sample(s) you listed in Question 1, whal terms are used to describe the larger crystals and the surrounding smaller crystals? Label the larger and smaller crystals on the photo(s).
Larger crystals: ___________________
Smaller crystals: ___________________
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Applications and Investigations in Earth Science (9th Edition)
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