Staurolite
Staurolite is a mineral that is known for its unique crystal shape and its association with metamorphic rocks. The name “staurolite” comes from the Greek words “stauros” meaning “cross” and […]
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Chalcanthite
Chalcanthite is a mineral with the chemical formula CuSO₄·5H₂O. It belongs to the sulfate mineral group and is a hydrated copper sulfate. The name “chalcanthite” is derived from the Greek […]
Gibbsite
Gibbsite is a naturally occurring mineral form of aluminum hydroxide with the chemical formula Al(OH)₃. It belongs to the hydroxides and oxides mineral class and is one of the three […]
Silver Sheen Obsidian
Silver Sheen Obsidian is a type of volcanic glass that exhibits a silver or silvery-blue sheen or chatoyancy when light reflects off its surface. This unique appearance is caused by […]
Bastnäsite
Bastnäsite is a group of rare earth fluorocarbonate minerals that includes bastnäsite-(Ce), bastnäsite-(La), and bastnäsite-(Y), with each type named after the dominant rare earth element it contains (cerium, lanthanum, and […]
Childrenite
Childrenite is a relatively rare mineral that is composed of basic iron aluminum phosphate. It belongs to the phosphate mineral group and is often found in association with other minerals, […]
Chrysocolla
Chrysocolla is a mineral that belongs to the silicate mineral group. It is often found in association with other secondary copper minerals, such as malachite, azurite, and cuprite. Chrysocolla is […]
Ant Hill Garnet
Ant Hill Garnets are a variety of garnet, specifically pyrope garnet, which are primarily red in color. What makes them remarkable is not just their vibrant, deep red hue, but […]
Polychrome (Desert) Jasper
Polychrome Jasper, also known as Desert Jasper or Royal Savannah Jasper, is a type of multicolored chalcedony, a form of microcrystalline quartz. It is renowned for its vibrant and varied […]
Diaspore (Zultanite)
Diaspore, also known as Zultanite or Csarite, is a unique and relatively rare mineral that belongs to the oxide mineral group. It is valued for its remarkable color-changing properties and […]
Copper (Cu) Ore
Copper (Cu) ore is a naturally occurring mineral deposit that contains copper in varying concentrations. It is an important industrial metal that has been used by human civilizations for thousands […]
Iron (Fe) Ore
Iron ore is a type of rock or mineral from which metallic iron can be extracted economically. It typically contains iron compounds in the form of oxides, carbonates, or sulfides, […]