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Syenite appears to be just an ordinary, plain-looking piece of rock, having a somewhat dirty, dull appearance. When subjected to the rays of ultra-violet light, however, it reveals peculiar pink spots on account of the presence of sodalite. This was only discovered in 2017 so one might be forgiven for wondering how many other minerals would have a similar reaction.

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This peculiar-looking edifice sits by a busy road in Scotland’s Perth and Kinross district. Dating to 1861, it is a private 'resting place' for the Kinloch family, which refers to the amassed tombs within. It resembles an English parish church, which is unusual for Scotland.

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