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Exploring Tennessee's Hidden Gem: 485 Million-Year-Old Quartz Crystals

Discover the fascinating world of quartz crystals near Walland, Tennessee, formed over 485 million years ago within the contorted and sheared Sevier Shale. This informative presentation delves into microphotographs revealing the unique morphology and intriguing features of these ancient crystals. Uncover the geological stories these formations tell and learn about their significance in local geology. Join us on a journey through time and nature, exploring the treasures that lie hidden beneath Tennessee's surface.

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Exploring Tennessee's Hidden Gem: 485 Million-Year-Old Quartz Crystals

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  1. Tennessee Field Diamonds5 A treasure 485 million years in the making.

  2. Crystals near Walland (Locality 4) Contorted and sheared Sevier Shale.

  3. Microphotographs Close examination reveals some interesting features.

  4. Quartz crystal morphology What stories can they tell? Quartz_crystals_6.ppt

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