Mineral Collection (#80)

Salt crystals, SEM
Salt. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of sodium chloride, or table salt, crystals. Salt is produced by allowing shallow areas of sea water to evaporate

Roquefort cheese on a plate. Roquefort cheese is a French cheese originating from the Roquefort-sur- Soulzon region. It is made from cows milk

Tomatoes and chicken

Oranges (Citrus sinensis) are rich in vitamin C, needed for healthy skin and gums

Cheddar cheese. This hard cheese is prepared from cows milk by cheddaring, a method originally from Cheddar in Somerset, England

Roast potatoes and other vegetables
Roast potatoes with other vegetables as part of a meal. Potatoes provide energy by being a source of carbohydrates. Vegetables are rich in vitamins and minerals needed for a healthy diet

Apple in protective packaging
Apple in a protective net. Apples (Malus sp.) are a good source of fibre, minerals and vitamins. The plastic net prevents the ripe fruit from becoming bruised during transportation

Salt and pepper. Salt crystals and black peppercorns on a spoon

Filled jacket potato on a plate. Potatoes provide energy in the form of carbohydrates. The skin is a good source of vitamins and minerals

Salt. Pile of table salt being poured from a salt- cellar. Table salt consists of crystals of sodium chloride. It is an essential part of the diet that is mainly obtained as part of a normal diet

Sliced limes (Citrus aurantifolia). Hand holding a knife while cutting limes. As a citrus fruit it is a good source of vitamin C, needed for healthy skin and gums

leopard skin
Cutout of a leopard skin gemstone on white background

Assortment of Gemstones
Assortment of green Gemstones

rhodonite gemstone
Cutout of a rhodonite gemstone on white background

Aventurine
Cutout of a aventurine gemstone on white background

Assortment of Red Gemstones
Assortment of various red Gemstones including brecciated jasper and Carnelian

Haematite
Cutout of a haematite gemstone on white background

Aventurine gemstone
Cutout of an Aventurine gemstone on white background

Snowflake obsidian
Cutout of a snowflake obsidian gemstone on black background

Red Jasper
Cutout of a Red Jasper gemstone on white background

Tigers Eye
Cutout of a Tigers Eye gemstone on white background

Heliotrope, or bloodstone
Cutout of a Heliotrope, or bloodstone gemstone on white background

Brecciated jasper
Cutout of a brecciated jasper gemstone on white background

Assortment of semiprecious gemstones on white background

Carnelian
Cutout of a Carnelian (also spelled cornelian) gemstone on white background

Hawks Eye
Cutout of a Blue Tigers Eye or Hawks Eye gemstone on white background

Semi Precious Stone F003 / 9015
Semi Precious Stone

rose quartz
Cutout of a rose quartz gemstone on white background

piryth gemstone
Cutout of a piryth gemstone on white background

blue apatite
Cutout of a blue apatite gemstone on white background

Carnelia
Cutout of a Carnelian (also spelled cornelian) gemstone on white background

unakite gemstone
Cutout of an unakite gemstone on white background

GM soya beans
MODEL RELEASED. GM soya beans. Genetically modified (GM) soya (Glycine max) has had a gene altered in the laboratory to make it resistant to chemical herbicides

Salt mill

Salt and pepper mills

Quartz crystal

Bird bone, SEM
Bird bone. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the interior of bone from a birds skull. This porous structure found inside bone is called cancellous (spongy) bone

Soya bean products. Soya beans (Glycine max, lower right, in bowl) are one of the very best dietary sources of protein. They are also a good source of most of the B-complex vitamins

Pink grapefruits

Organic fruits and vegetables

Orange
Half-peeled orange (Citrus sinensis). This is rich in vitamin C, needed for healthy skin and gums

Vegetables
Assorted vegetables. These are an essential part of a healthy diet, being a good source of vitamins and minerals, as well as fibre

Beans and pulses
Assorted beans and pulses, including kidney beans (lower centre) and lentils (upper left). They are a good source of protein, complex carbohydrates, fibre and vitamins and minerals

Squeezed lime (Citrus aurantifolia). The lime has been squeezed for its juice. As a citrus fruit it is a good source of vitamin C, needed for healthy skin and gums

Orange slices. Oranges (Citrus sinensis) are rich in vitamin C, needed for healthy skin and gums

Fruits and vegetables. These are an essential part of a healthy diet, being a good source of vitamins and minerals, as well as fibre

Fruits
Assorted fresh fruits. These are an essential part of a healthy diet, being a good source of vitamins and minerals, as well as fibre

Rose quartz gemstones

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"Unearthing the Beauty: Exploring the World of Minerals" Step into a world where nature's treasures shine bright. From the depths of Cornwall, England, to the coal mines of the 1850s and beyond, minerals have captivated humanity for centuries. In Carnon Stream Works, Perranarworthal, Cornwall, England, gold gleams in its purest form. Its allure has sparked dreams and ambitions throughout history – just like during the Australian Gold Rush in the 1850s when prospectors flocked to unearth their fortunes. Harold Harvey's masterpiece "The Clay Pit" transports us back to a time when coal mining shaped communities in England during the 19th century. The grit and determination of those miners echo through time as they delved deep into darkness to fuel industrial progress. Polkanuggo Quarry in Stithians witnessed an era of extraction that left lasting imprints on both land and culture. Harold Harvey captures this momentous period with his skilled brush strokes – from copper and magnesium sulphate discoveries to calcareous phytoplankton fossils preserved for eternity. Leswidden's China Clay Pit reveals another facet exploration; here lies a delicate balance between human intervention and natural beauty. Harold Harvey once again immortalizes this scene with his artistic prowess. As we delve deeper into our planet's geological cross-section through Earth's crust, we uncover secrets hidden beneath our feet. Picture No. 10984558 serves as a window into these mysteries waiting to be unraveled by curious minds. Aquamarine crystals glisten like drops from Poseidon himself – enchanting all who lay eyes upon them with their ethereal hues reminiscent of tranquil waters, and are not mere commodities; they represent stories etched within Earth itself – tales told through layers upon layers over millions of years. They remind us that even amidst chaos and change, there is enduring beauty waiting patiently to be discovered.