Friday, July 19, 2013

Popcorn Rock: Day 7

My Popcorn Rock Adventure is now in its seventh day. This is where a dolomite rock immersed in a Vinegar Lake is slowly turning into aragonite crystals. Things are moving along nicely, albeit rather slowly:
 

The rock has been shedding some crud, so the vinegar lake is turning a bit brown at the bottom. The rock itself looks pretty neat (about an inch is exposed to air now) and the popcorn is growing.
The aroma/odor/smell is getting more and more overpowering by the day. Just standing there and taking a picture initiates coughing. I can only imagine it must be like working in a pickle or wasabi factory.
I’m thinking about investing in some clothespins for my nose.

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