NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Break Open 4 Geodes Science Kit – Includes Goggles, Learning Guide, Display Stand, Great Mineralogy & Geology STEM Gift

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Precious gems are formed in different ways and composed of different materials, meaning their appearances vary vastly. Diamonds, made of carbon atoms, are the hardest natural substance found on Earth. Formed under extremely high pressure hundreds of miles underground, they are found in very few locations around the world. Graphite is also made of carbon atoms, but with a different arrangement—explaining why diamond is the hardest mineral and graphite (used in pencil lead) is one of the softest. This is due to the fact that synthetic gems are created by taking the knowledge of how the gem is formed naturally thanks to science, finding the same mineral contents as the genuine version needs, and manufacturing it in a reduced amount of time. This can result in an imitation geode or gem that is visibly identical to those created in nature. Due to the high level of accuracy in manufacturing imitation geodes, it’s becoming increasingly more challenging to spot fakes or manmade versions. Even expert gemologists, mineral collectors, and paleontologists have been fooled by how convincing these imitations can be.

Still did not find the answer to your answers about the differences between real and fake geodes? Find frequently asked questions in the section below: Where Are Fake Geodes Produced Most Often? Many people who collect these specimens do not necessarily have an in-depth knowledge of these differences as opposed to those who receive and study them. While this is not the ‘real deal, these are not necessarily fake. Since they are comprised of the same material compositions, have the same properties, and chemical compounds, they could still technically be seen as real. Other than geodes, a relative example of this would be lab-grown diamonds. Discover genuine crystal treasures in the world’s best geodes kit or build and erupt your own volcano. Create your own galaxy and explore space with the lumenescent moon and stars kit or excavate genuine dinosaur fossils. Make a glowing slime lab or uncover amethyst, quartz and tiger’s eye for your gemstone collection. Find three perfectly preserved insect specimens in the real bug dig kit or grow your own glow-in-the-dark crystals.What is fake is the pretense of it being a ‘geode’, since the main factor that defines a geode is the process by which the crystal interior is formed within the cavity without any intervention by humans. In this case, it would be a fake geode with a synthetic, lab-grown interior. Having privately owned geodes has become a massive trend over the past decade. With more and more people having the funds and amenities for these natural pieces of art, and nature only being able to produce a certain amount of them, resources have become extremely limited. The contrast between an ordinary exterior and a spectacular shimmery interior has baffled the public, and geodes are most commonly used as scientific artifacts, natural décor, jewelry, and ornaments. Can Geodes Be Fake? Difference from Real Geodes Historically, gems have been divided into precious and semiprecious classes. There are a number of semiprecious gems, many quite beautiful, but diamonds, rubies, sapphires, and emeralds continue to qualify as "precious." (At one time, amethyst was also considered a precious gem, but large reserves were later found in Brazil, reducing its value.) TIP: Another similar issue with geodes is they are often dyed. But how to identify dyed geodes? It can be a bit complicated so I wrote a simple guide on how to identify dyed geodes, feel free to read it here:

TIP: Geodes are sometimes explained as being a phenomenon. The value of a geode mostly depends on the worth of what is inside of it. Find out more in the article below: There are various methods of manipulating heating and cooling to achieve similar properties during this process. This creates similar sheen and physical properties and occasionally intensifies colors.Geodes can form with a variety of crystals inside and National Geographic has searched the globe to bring you the best variety of geodes. This earth science kit provides a hands-on science experiment that you and your children are guaranteed to love. But, there are many degrees of ‘fake’, and there are a few factors that are telling or some of these manufacturing methods. Synthetic or Lab-grown The National Geographic Kids placemats are beautifully illustrated, easy-to-clean and full-colour. It can be used at the table or to decorate your room! NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC PLACEMATS Unfortunately, it’s nearly impossible to tell the difference between naturally produced and lab-produced gems and geodes. But, if you spot a geode that seems a tad too perfect to have been naturally formed, then odds are that it was probably made in a lab. In addition, there are many skilled artists who manufacture highly accurate imitations of rare geodes and market them at the value of the real thing.