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Rocks in the field - for iPod/iPhone

Geology is the scientific study of the Earth, its origin, structure, processes and composition. This album features The Open University's Glynda Easterbrook and fellow geologist Tony Lee as they visit... Read more

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Rocks in the field

Rocks in the field

Intro to album, as per album description.

7 Aug 2009

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Giant's Causeway

Giant's Causeway

The Open University's Glynda Easterbrook visit's Giant's Causeway, a rock formation which is the result of a volcanic er... Read more

7 Aug 2009

2mins

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The interbasaltic horizon

The interbasaltic horizon

What is an interbasaltic horizon? Geologist Tony Lee investigates this fascinating geological feature.

7 Aug 2009

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Magma, pressure and gas bubbles

Magma, pressure and gas bubbles

What are the similarities between a volcano and a bottle of cola? This simple experiment explains all

7 Aug 2009

1min

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Metamorphism of rocks

Metamorphism of rocks

Explore the variety of rock types in this geological excursion along the Causeway Coast.

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The Antrim Coast

The Antrim Coast

There are many types of rock on the Antrim Coast. Chalk is one of the most interesting. Discover its secrets: microfossi... Read more

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Two more igneous rocks

Two more igneous rocks

Glynda Easterbrook of The Open University heads into the field to examine granite, one of the most beautiful igneous roc... Read more

7 Aug 2009

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Sedimentary rocks

Sedimentary rocks

Geologist Tony Lee reveals the hidden stories locked into the features of sedimentary rocks.

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A rock matrix

A rock matrix

Did you know rocks are far from solid? Discover how the internal matrix of rock is formed.

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Rock successions

Rock successions

Fieldwork is an important and fun part of geology. Explore large-scale geological investigation with this look at rock l... Read more

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