1. Garnet Mineral Presentation
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2. are in metamorphic rocks
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Garnet minerals
are in metamorphic rocks
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eclogite
granulite
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3. Garnet crystals look like pomegranate seeds embedded in rock.
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Garnet crystals look like pomegranate seeds embedded in rock.
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4. Garnet crystals have long been prized as gemstones.
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Garnet crystals have long been prized as gemstones.
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5. Garnets come in many colors.
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Garnets come in many colors.
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6. Garnets are used in industry as abrasive powder in air blasting or water jet cutting
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7. Fine garnet dust is used in the finishing of optical lens, plate glass, and semiconductor materials
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University of Minnesota, Department of Geology and Geophysics, Dr. Kent Kirkby. Funded in part by FIPSE.