GEOLOGICAL WONDERS
Lechuguilla Cave: Sulfuric Acid Speleogenesis and Unique Formations
Lechuguilla Cave, located in southeastern New Mexico, is one of the most spectacular and scientifically significant cave systems in the world. As part of...
Pfeiffer Beach, USA: A Geological Marvel and a Tourist Haven
Pfeiffer Beach, nestled in the rugged beauty of California’s Big Sur coast, is an iconic destination renowned for its unique geological features, captivating landscapes,...
Pictured Rocks, Michigan
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, located along the southern shore of Lake Superior in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, is a natural masterpiece of geology and beauty....
ListS
List of Blue Gemstones: Geology, Gemology, and Mining Locations
Blue gemstones have always held a special allure, symbolizing peace, wisdom, and royalty. Their vibrant shades range from light sky blues to deep oceanic...
Types of Turquoise: A Colorful Gemstone with Rich History
Turquoise, one of the most cherished gemstones, has captivated people for centuries with its stunning blue to green hues. Known for its spiritual significance...
Rare & Exotic Gemstones
Gemstones have captivated human fascination for centuries. While diamonds, rubies, sapphires, and emeralds are well-known, there exists a realm of rare and exotic gemstones...
ORE MINERALS
Braches of Geology
Erosion, Weathering, and Soil Formation: The Natural Cycle of Rock Breakdown...
The natural processes of erosion, weathering, and soil formation play a crucial role in shaping Earth’s landscapes and supporting life. Together, they contribute to...
Limestone Formation and Carbonate Platforms
Limestone formation and carbonate platforms are fundamental geological processes that shape large portions of the Earth's crust. Let's dive deep into each topic, covering...
The Ice Age
The Ice Age, also known as the Pleistocene Epoch, was a period of geological time that lasted from about 2.6 million years ago to...
GENERAL GEOLOGY CONTENTS
Optical Properties of Minerals
Study of how light passes through thin sections – rock cut and polished to about 0.3 mm thickness
Use properties of light absorption and propogation through a mineral à affected by atomic arrangement and composition
Learn the properties of light associated with techniques governing the use of a petrographic microscope