Preliminary Tests

[NVNutcase]

Just wondering if there are any preliminary tests a person can do on some Rocks before sending them on to an Assay Lab. I think the "identify a Rock" thread must be overwhelmed !

 

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[DesertNuggets]

Look at it under magnification. Loupe/microscope.

I'd crush and pan a sample too.