Mineral Set, Collection of 20 Earthy Minerals

Mineral Set, Collection of 20 Earthy Minerals This 20-specimen ‘earthy’ mineral collection focuses on non-metallic, dull-luster minerals, letting students practice texture and streak testing on this specific mineral category.

Mineral Set, Collection of 20 Earthy Minerals is priced at approximately ₹340 (indicative market benchmark, incl. GST, August 2026).

Product Description

This 20-specimen ‘earthy’ mineral collection focuses on non-metallic, dull-luster mineral groups. Earthy minerals have a distinctive dull, non-reflective surface quality that makes them a useful comparison category against metallic and glassy minerals, and this set gives students specimens for physical property verification through texture and streak testing. It supports secondary and vocational earth science coursework.

Specimen Details

Applications / Uses

• Testing texture and streak on earthy-luster minerals
• Comparing luster categories against other mineral types
• Physical property verification exercises
• Secondary and vocational earth science coursework

Care & Storage

• Store the 20 specimens in a labeled tray or container to avoid mixing
• Keep specimens dry and free of dust
• Handle carefully as earthy-textured minerals can be more friable

Why Choose STEMAids

STEMAids supplies laboratory and educational equipment to schools, colleges, and institutions across India, backed by manufacturer-stated quality practices (verify certifications directly before publishing). Explore related items such as the Metamorphic Minerals in Subduction Zones, or browse the full Educational Rock and Minerals range on STEMAids. For bulk or tender orders, contact STEMAids directly for indicative quotations and documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does ‘earthy’ mean in mineral luster classification?

It describes a dull, non-reflective surface quality — this set focuses specifically on that luster category as a comparison point against metallic and glassy minerals.

What is the exact list of 20 minerals included?

This has not been independently verified for this listing — confirm with STEMAids before ordering.

Is this suitable for secondary school coursework?

Yes — earthy mineral collections of this kind are standard teaching material for luster classification topics.

Does this carry a specific quality certification?

Any certification is manufacturer-stated — verify current certification and scope directly with STEMAids before relying on it.

Does STEMAids supply other luster-category mineral sets?

Contact STEMAids to confirm current availability of related specimen sets.