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A Gray Rock with Oxidization

A Gray Rock with Oxidization

This is a gray rock. The reddish-brown coloration is caused by oxidizing minerals that are constituents of the rock.
Galleries: Yosemite National Park
Keywords: chemical weathering, mechainical weathering, oxidization, oxidizing rock, rocks
Photo Location: Yosemite National Park, California
Photographer: Dr. Roy Winkelman
Date of Photo: 07/10/2011
Device Make: Canon
Device Model: Canon EOS 5D Mark II
Original Dimensions: 4269×3216
Picture Orientation: Landscape
GPS Coordinates: 37°44'36.00"N 119°34'33.00"W
Picture Number: 12920