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Rock Hammer
Used for breaking and splitting rocks and for chipping off pieces to examine.
Hand Lens
Magnifies small details on rocks, minerals, and fossils to aid in their identification.
Field Notebook
Used to record observations, sketches, and data collected in the field for later analysis.
Compass Clinometer
Measures the orientation of rock layers, the angle of slopes, and helps in navigation.
GPS Device
Used to determine precise locations for sampling sites, mapping, and navigation.
Soil Test Kit
Used to analyze soil properties such as pH, nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium content.
Rock Core Sampler
Used to extract a cylindrical core sample from solid rock for examination and testing.
Acid Bottle
Contains diluted hydrochloric acid to test rocks for carbonate content by observing if they fizz.
Waterproof Field Maps
Used to navigate and record geological features in an area, resistant to water damage.
Grain Size Card
Used to measure and compare the size of sediment grains or rock particles in the field.
Mohs Hardness Kit
Used to test the hardness of minerals by scratching them with reference objects of known hardness.
Folded Belt Transect Kit
Used to study the three-dimensional structure of folded rock layers across a transect.
Sieve Set
Used to separate and classify soil or sediment particles based on size.
Safety Helmet
Protects the geologist's head from falling rocks, debris, and other hazards.
Specimen Bags
Used for collecting and storing rock, mineral, and soil samples in the field.
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