man-made
Brick fragment (Man-made material)
N/A (Fired clay)
Reddish-brown color, porous texture, relatively soft, dull luster, coarse-grained appearance with small inclusions or voids.
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Physical properties
Reddish-brown color, porous texture, relatively soft, dull luster, coarse-grained appearance with small inclusions or voids.
Formation & geological history
Created by firing clay in a kiln, often manufactured for construction purposes. This piece has been tumbled and weathered, likely by water.
Uses & applications
Originally manufactured for use in building walls, pavements, or other structures.
Geological facts
This object is a piece of a modern brick that has been rounded and smoothed by water action, a common find on beaches or riverbanks, often known as 'sea brick' when found on a coast.
Field identification & locations
Can be identified by its distinctive red-orange color, porous texture, and lack of natural crystalline structure. Often confused with natural sedimentary rocks like sandstone or siltstone.
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