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Planetary Properties - 4 = Planetary Characteristics Concept

Demonstrations in Planetary Properties - 4 = Planetary Characteristics

Collection of 40 rock and mineral specimens arranged in a grid display case with white compartments, showing samples ranging from black obsidian and coal to white quartz, brown sandstone, and green serpentinite

Rocks and Minerals

This demonstration provides a hands-on introduction to planetary geology and the rock cycle, illustrating how geological processes shape planetary surfaces. Students learn to identify igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks, understanding …
Large metallic steel ball resting on top of pink Silly Putty in a clear glass bowl, showing initial setup before sinking begins

Earth Interior

This demonstration models the behavior of Earth's mantle as a viscoelastic material that exhibits both solid and fluid properties over different timescales. Students observe how materials can be mechanically solid …

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