Rock-forming Minerals in Thin Section, 6H35.54

Topic and Concept:

• Polarization, 6H35. Birefringence

Location:

• Cabinet: Optics (OP)

• Bay: (B5)

• Shelf: #2

Abstract:

Three examples of rock-forming minerals in thin-section were kindly donated to UW Physics Lecture/Demonstration by the UW Geology Department.

Preparation and examination of thin sections is a topic in optical mineralogy, and is typically covered in the undergraduate geology major's coursework.

The thin sections are approximately 60 microns thick, and mounted on glass slides so they can be handled.

Important Setup Notes:

Setup and Procedure:

1. List steps for setup then procedure.
2. ...

Cautions, Warnings, or Safety Concerns:

Discussion:

Discuss the physics behind the demonstration, explaining some of the various steps of the demonstration when appropriate.

Videos:

• Lecture Demonstration's Youtube Channel

References:

• List any references

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