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Kit Granite and its Alteration (8 groups)
Kit Granite et son altération (8 groupes), Component Isolation (Healthy vs. Altered Granite), enables precise Identification of feldspar hydrolysis and mica degradation, allowing for the empirical Evaluation of mineralogical stability.
Granitic Sand and Clay Residuals support the Synthesis of sediment transport models and the understanding of secondary mineral formation in varied climatic zones.
Standardized 8-Group Laboratory Distribution Optimizes classroom Application for collaborative data collection and ensures uniform reliability across high-occupancy laboratory settings.
₹654.00
Quick Answer: This 8-group granite weathering kit lets a full class examine how granite alters mineralogically as it weathers, from fresh unweathered rock through progressive stages of feldspar breakdown to clay.
Product Description
The Kit Granite and its Alteration (8 groups) is built around a sequence of granite specimens representing different stages of weathering, so students can directly compare fresh granite against progressively altered material and observe how its minerals change in appearance and hardness as weathering advances. Because the kit is organised into 8 sets, an entire class can work in small groups simultaneously, each group handling its own sequence rather than passing round a single shared specimen.
The kit supports lessons on chemical and mechanical weathering, mineral stability, and the formation of clay minerals from feldspar breakdown, making it useful for geology, earth science, and environmental science coursework that covers rock-forming minerals and the weathering cycle.
Kit Details
| Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Granite weathering/alteration teaching kit |
| Configuration | 8 group sets, each showing a weathering sequence |
| Subject Focus | Mineral weathering, feldspar alteration, clay formation |
| Recommended Level | Secondary and introductory university geology/earth science |
| Storage | Dry, labelled compartment tray to keep each group’s sequence separate |
Applications
- Teaching progressive granite weathering from fresh rock to altered clay-rich material
- Group-based comparative specimen study in earth science labs
- Demonstrating feldspar-to-clay mineral transition
- Supporting coursework on chemical and mechanical weathering processes
Care & Handling
Keep each group’s weathering sequence in its own labelled compartment so specimens are not mixed between stages. Some of the more weathered specimens are softer and more friable than fresh granite, so handle them gently to avoid crumbling, and store the kit in a dry area since moisture can accelerate further breakdown of already-altered pieces.
Why Choose LabEquip
LabEquip curates rock and mineral teaching kits that show real geological processes step by step rather than isolated specimens. Browse more sets in our Educational Rock and Minerals category, read more About Us, or Contact Us for institutional and bulk enquiries.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What does this kit demonstrate?
It demonstrates how granite weathers over time, showing a sequence from fresh, unaltered granite through to progressively more weathered and clay-rich material.
2. Why is the kit organised into 8 groups?
The 8-group configuration lets a full class work in small teams at the same time, with each group examining its own complete weathering sequence rather than sharing a single set.
3. What mineral process does this kit illustrate?
It illustrates the alteration of feldspar and other granite-forming minerals into clay minerals as chemical weathering progresses.
4. Are the more weathered specimens fragile?
Yes, specimens representing advanced weathering stages are softer and more friable than fresh granite, so they should be handled gently.
5. What level of course is this kit suited to?
It is suited to secondary school and introductory university geology or earth science courses covering weathering and mineral stability.
6. How should the kit be stored?
Store it in a dry, labelled compartment tray so each group’s weathering sequence stays separated and undamaged between classes.
Last Updated: September 2026
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