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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:

Astrophyllite

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Astrophyllite is a rare and unique mineral that belongs to the group of complex silicate minerals. Its name is derived from the Greek words...

Yellow Chalcedony

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Yellow chalcedony is a variety of chalcedony, which itself is a form of microcrystalline quartz. Chalcedony encompasses a broad range of cryptocrystalline quartz varieties...

Bumble Bee Jasper

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Bumble Bee Jasper, also known as Orpiment or Eclipse Jasper, is a unique and vibrant form of volcanic rock that is primarily composed of...

Banded Amethyst

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Banded Amethyst is a specific variety of amethyst, which is a violet to purple variety of quartz. What sets Banded Amethyst apart is its...

Chalcanthite

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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...

Poudretteite

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Poudretteite is a rare and valuable gemstone that belongs to the spodumene mineral group. It is named after the Poudrette family, owners and operators...

Dragon Bloodstone

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Dragon's Blood stone, also known as Dragon's Blood jasper or Dragon Bloodstone, is a type of green jasper with red or deep green splotches....

Stichtite

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Stichtite is a mineral that is known for its striking violet to pinkish-purple color. It is a relatively rare mineral and is often found...

Ajoite

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Ajoite is a rare mineral that is known for its stunning blue-green color. It belongs to the silicate mineral group and is specifically classified...

Dalmatian Jasper

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Dalmatian Jasper, also known as Dalmatian Stone or Dalmatian Agate, is a unique and visually distinctive variety of chalcedony, which is a form of...

Silver Sheen Obsidian

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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....

Cavansite

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Cavansite is a relatively rare and striking mineral known for its vibrant blue color. The name "cavansite" is derived from its chemical composition, as...
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