Rock ID With Willsey, Ep #3: Basalt And Its Many Appearances

Curious about some rocks you found? Confused about tuff, sandstone, basalt, or diorite? This engaging video series by geology professor Shawn Willsey helps you learn to identify common rocks. We cover each major group of rocks, showcase basic types, and interpret the fascinating stories of rocks. Here in Episode #3, learn about a common yet fascinating igneous rock, basalt and all its wonderous varieties. Observe and learn pillow lava, scoria, reticulite, volcanic bombs, and more. Also watch for a special guest appearance at the end by some true rock stars. Support these educational videos! Your generous support allows me to create more videos. Send support via: PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted... Buy Me: https://buymeacoffee.com/shawnwillsey Venmo: @shawn-willsey Click on the three dots above and then the "Thanks" button. Credit/Debit Card donations on my website: https://www.willseygeology.com/ Or a good ol' fashioned check to: Shawn Willsey 148 Blue Lakes Blvd N #141 Twin Falls, ID 83301 Willsey website: https://www.willseygeology.com/ Willsey merch store: https://geologyexplained-shop.fourthw... Willsey on Instagram: @geology_explained Willsey on TikTok: @shawnwillseygeology Link to PDF of document: https://drive.google.com/drive/u/0/fo... 00:00 intro 00:22 basalt overview 05:15 variations 09:17 samples 22:09 basalt babies