:stars: Random fact:
Opal is formed by silica deposits that are carried into cracks by water that then evaporate over time into different forms. Eventually entire bodies of organic matter can be replaced by opal if they meet the right conditions.
Like this theropod dinosaur tooth, shell, or pinecones. https://mastodon.social/media/aee3EFyj-320jDIznSs https://mastodon.social/media/t5D-R-bbY_PlsGO6uec https://mastodon.social/media/QFXrosKC2pOUivNrJtw
@GinnyMcQueen Fascinating. Guess I can go back to bed, I learned my new thing today.
@GinnyMcQueen Those are some lovely photos, thank you for sharing!