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Geology
New Zealand
Generally, different zones offer distinctly different aspects for interested groups to experience.



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Erosion & Transportation

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Loeses

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Crystallisation

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Limestone


Basalts

In a short time we explore igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks.  Familiarisation grows with exposure and discussions on the various samples we find at different locations:-

These include: 
●  basalts and various volcanic deposits,
●  granites
●  schist
●  slates
●  shale
●  limestone
●  greywacke
●  sandstone
●  loess
●  quartz
●  jade
●  coal
●  gold

Groups can explore the circular processes of formation, erosion and transportation and formation.

arrange opportunities to examine the various, more common, specimens most readily accessible on the trails most tours travel. 
Textbooks have their place.


 Folds


       

Igneous 

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