Petrified Wood - Washington, Miocene Lapis Lazuli forming in lakes

forming in lakes

Imperial Jasper is found in the areas ranging from Jalisco and Zacatecas Mexico

emerald green

aquatic to semi-aquatic reptile

The Neolithic era varies in time span depending on geographic location

Petrified Wood - Washington, Miocene Lapis Lazuli forming in lakesFrom ancient Greek meaning "wood turned into rock", Petrified Wood is an unique form of fossilization. In some instances all the organic matter has been replaced by minerals (usually a silicate, such as quartz) during a process called permineralization replacement. However, many petrified wood specimens undergo a unique fossilization process, where silicates bond with the cellulose structure of the wood, thereby preserving organic matter. Regardless