In everyday conversation, ‘rocks’ and ‘minerals’ are often used interchangeably. But for geologists, there’s a crucial distinction! So, let’s answer ...Read more
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The azimuth of a non vertical hole (usually referred to as an angle hole) is the horizontal direction in which ...Read more
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In mineral resource estimation, precise metal estimation of narrow vein deposits necessitates careful consideration of extremes in the data. In ...Read more
Definition A coreyard is a designated area at a mining or exploration site where drill cores (cylindrical samples of rock obtained ...Read more
To help with identification, geologists must look closely at the physical properties of a mineral. These properties can include: color, ...Read more
The scale chosen for mapping controls the type of data which can be recorded and hence the type of observations ...Read more
Iron ore deposits occur in a large genetic variety. Two factors of iron concentration are especially prominent– redox changes and ...Read more
In mineral exploration, a physiographic guide refers to using the landforms and terrain of an area to help locate potential mineral ...Read more
What is economic geology? Economic geology is a scientific discipline that focuses on the study of earth materials that hold economic ...Read more
Mineral deposits classified as hydrothermal occur when hot water acts as a transporting, depositing, and concentrating agent. Out of all ...Read more
