2007-03-22 22:39:50 · 3 answers · asked by justinventit 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Earth Sciences & Geology
Greenschist is not a mineral, it is a classification of metamorphic rocks that contain grades (i e range of pressures and temperatures) deformed under Regional Metamorphic conditions. There might be minerals in some greenschists that are worth money, but I wouldn't bet the farm on it. Collecting and selling rocks and minerals is a niche business, driven more by love of rocks than expecting financial rewards.
2007-03-23 04:37:53 · answer #1 · answered by Amphibolite 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think this might be two words. "Schist" is a common mineral, usually mica embedded in a matrix. The green could be from an olivine (another mineral) content giving the predominant color. No monetary worth to speak of . . .
2007-03-23 03:35:00 · answer #2 · answered by the buffster 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The name should give you the answer. Its German for diarrhea and worth about as much.
2007-03-23 01:04:55 · answer #3 · answered by rico3151 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋