BGS mineralogy and petrology collection record

Sample number S38040; S38040/A; COLLNOXF160;
Sample Donor Anderson,F.W.; Dunham,K.C.;
Rock name 'Original entry: Ophitic Dolerite, Altered'
Stratigraphy Not entered
Comments Upper sill, 190 ft above base
Locality details Rudha Hunish, upper cliff of Meall Tuath
50k map sheet Staffin (90)

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Map reference NG 4124 7630
Year collected Not entered 
Bore name Not applicable
Confidentiality No restrictions

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S38040

Cross Polarized, S38040

Plane Polarized, S38040

Plane Polarized, S38040


S38040/A

Cross Polarized, S38040/A

Plane Polarized, S38040/A

Plane Polarized, S38040/A