slice articles
What is the definitive term used by geologists for a precisely prepared, thin slice of rock intended for microscopic analysis?
What is the target thickness for a standard, petrographic thin section?
What characteristic is required of a thin section because light must pass through it during study?
What instrument is indispensable for geologists to view a thin section under both PPL and XPL?
How does the thickness of a typical thin section compare to a human hair?
What is the primary purpose of preparing a decorative slice from a geode?
What adhesive is typically used to mount the rough rock sample during the preparation of a thin section?
What is a key difference in light interaction between a thin section and a decorative slab, according to the comparison table?
What distinctive feature defines a geode that is revealed when it is sliced?