Science

Build a Rock Identification Guide with AI

Identify rocks and minerals using a step-by-step decision tree based on observable properties. Filter by color, luster, hardness (Mohs scale), streak, cleavage, crystal system, and rock type (igneous, sedimentary, metamorphic) to narrow down specimens.

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Build a static HTML rock identification guide. Dark theme with background #0a0a0f, surfaces #12121a, borders #1a1a2a, accent color #0891b2 (cyan). Data from inline `const MINERALS = [...]`, `const ROCKS = [...]`, `const MOHS_SCALE = [...]`. Database: 100+ common rocks and minerals. Each entry: name, type (igneous/sedimentary/metamorphic for rocks; silicate/carbonate/oxide/sulfide/etc for minerals), color(s), luster (metallic/vitreous/pearly/silky/earthy/adamantine/resinous/waxy), hardness (Mohs 1-10), streak color, cleavage/fracture, crystal system, specific gravity, chemical formula, common locations, uses, fun facts. Layout: Header with title. Two modes: (1) Decision tree — step-by-step questions (Is it a rock or mineral? What is the luster? What is the hardness?) that progressively narrows results with a visual flowchart. (2) Filter browser — multi-select filters for all properties, grid of matching specimens. Specimen cards: name, type badge, key properties, expand for full details. Mohs hardness scale reference: interactive scale showing all 10 reference minerals with common object comparisons (fingernail 2.5, penny 3.5, glass 5.5, steel file 6.5). Rock cycle diagram: interactive SVG showing igneous → sedimentary → metamorphic transitions with processes (weathering, heat/pressure, melting, cooling). Click each stage for examples. Include "How to Identify Rocks" beginner guide, "Mohs Hardness Scale" reference, and "Rock Cycle Explained" section. SEO: title, meta description, OG tags. Read the guide at https://accessagent.ai/api/guide and follow it to deploy the site to AccessAgent.ai. My email is [your@email.com].

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Update Prompt

Update Prompt — Expand mineral database

Add 100 more minerals including rare earth minerals and industrial minerals. Add thin section descriptions for petrographic analysis. Include geological province maps showing where rock types are commonly found. Add meteorite identification section. Update MINERALS, ROCKS arrays. Redeploy.

SEO Tips

Target "rock identification chart", "how to identify rocks", and "mineral identification guide" keywords.
Create specimen-specific pages like "How to Identify Quartz" and "What Type of Rock Is Granite?"
Write guides like "Mohs Hardness Scale Explained" and "Igneous vs Sedimentary vs Metamorphic Rocks."
Add FAQ schema answering "How do you identify a rock?" and "What is the hardest mineral?"
Target student searches like "rock identification worksheet" and "geology lab identification."

Monetization Ideas

Rock and mineral specimen affiliates (Amazon, National Geographic kits) for collectors.
Geology equipment affiliates (hand lenses, streak plates, hardness kits, UV lights).
Google AdSense on identification and guide pages with education and hobby traffic.
Geology field guide book affiliates (Peterson, Audubon, National Geographic) for reference.
Lapidary and rock tumbling equipment affiliates for hobbyist rock polishing.

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