not a geological specimen
Toast
Triticum aestivum (processed)
Hardness: low (under 1 Mohs); Color: golden brown to beige; Luster: dull/matte; Structure: porous/cellular; Specific gravity: very low
- Hardness
- low (under 1 Mohs)
- Color
- golden brown to beige
- Luster
- dull/matte
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Physical properties
Hardness: low (under 1 Mohs); Color: golden brown to beige; Luster: dull/matte; Structure: porous/cellular; Specific gravity: very low
Formation & geological history
Formed via the Maillard reaction (thermal application to sourdough or wheat dough); typically minutes old rather than geological ages.
Uses & applications
Human consumption; culinary energy source; base for butter or preserves.
Geological facts
Charles Strite invented the pop-up toaster in 1919. This specimen appears to have a triangular cleavage resulting from a knife strike.
Field identification & locations
Identify by high porosity and scent of carbonized carbohydrates. Common in domestic kitchens and diners. Not recommended for geological collections due to high rates of decomposition.
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