GEO Podcast

Learn the basics of the theory of Plate Tectonics in less than 10 minutes!   Why do earthquakes and volcanoes occur where they do?   Why does the earth have mountain ranges and deep ocean trenches?   And you can find the full episode links here:  https://geoetc.com/ episode4 / Support the show

In this episode, I talk about mineral color and streak as ways to identify minerals in your collection.  The big take away from this episode is that color alone is not a good way to ID minerals and that using streak (the color of the powdered mineral) is a better ID tool. For the full notes and links to streak plates, go to www.geoetc.com/episode3   Support the show

Mineral hardness is one of the most important properties you can use to identify a mineral you have been given or even collected in the field.  In this episode I walk about Mohs Scale of Hardness and how it works, as well as how you can create your own mineral hardness testing kit using common items around your home or garage. Support the show

Let's chat about how I became hooked in geology - maybe my story is similar to yours.   I also provide some thoughts on the four reasons geology is now so important. Support the show