Red Sandstone look-alikes

Sandstone (rich in iron oxides)

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Several rocks and minerals can be confused with Red Sandstone. Below are documented look-alikes and the features that tell them apart. Never rely on a single feature. Always check multiple properties.

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Brown Sandstone

Sandstone (rich in goethite/limonite)

Also known as: Ferruginous Sandstone

Arkose

Also known as: Feldspathic Sandstone

Quartzite

Also known as: Metamorphosed Sandstone

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