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A mineral is a naturally occurring chemical compound usually of crystalline form and not produced by life processes. A mineral has one specific chemical composition, whereas a rock can be an aggregate of different minerals or mineraloids. The study of minerals is called mineralogy. To meet the definition of “mineral” used by most geologists, a substance must meet five requirements:

Carnelian

Carnelian is a captivating gemstone renowned for its warm and vibrant colors, ranging from light orange to deep reddish-brown. It belongs to the chalcedony...

Chrysoprase

Chrysoprase is a gemstone variety of chalcedony, which is a form of quartz. It is known for its apple-green color, which comes from the...

Turritella Agate

"Turritella Agate is a distinctive form of agate celebrated for its rich fossil inclusions and eye-catching banded patterns. Despite its name, it actually encases...

Tanzanite

Tanzanite is a captivating gemstone known for its striking color and rarity. It is a variety of the mineral zoisite and exhibits a unique...

Rhodonite

Rhodonite is a beautiful gemstone known for its distinctive pink to red color and attractive patterns. It belongs to the silicate mineral group and...

Aventurine

Aventurine is a type of quartz characterized by its unique sparkling or shimmering effect, known as aventurescence. It is a popular gemstone and is...

Lapis Lazuli

Lapis Lazuli is a captivating gemstone renowned for its mesmerizing deep blue color and rich historical background. It has been treasured and sought after...

Tiger’s Eye

Tiger's Eye is a mineral gemstone that belongs to the quartz family. It is composed primarily of silicon dioxide (SiO2), the same chemical composition...

Sunstone

Sunstone is a beautiful gemstone that belongs to the feldspar mineral group. It is known for its captivating play of colors and shimmering appearance....

Jasper

Jasper is a type of mineral that is primarily composed of silica, with other trace elements and impurities giving it its unique colors and...

Bixbite / Red Beryl

Bixbite is a trade name used to refer to red beryl, a rare gemstone that is found in only a few locations worldwide. Red...

Citrine

Citrine is a yellow to brownish-yellow variety of quartz, which is a mineral composed of silicon and oxygen atoms. It is one of the...
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