Minerals are all around us. In fact, our planet is made of minerals. To be considered a mineral, a substance must have a definite chemical composition. Quartz, for example, is silicon dioxide. Some ...

A training course on Geological Mapping and Mineral Exploration was held in Korea from 8-19 July under the auspices of UNESCO and UNECA-AMDC (United Nations Economic Commission for Africa - African ...

The William & Mary Department of Geology has acquired a world-class mineral collection that geologists say will be a valuable resource in the department for many years. Professor Brent Owens of the ...

The Nature Index tracks primary research articles from 145 natural-science and health-science journals, chosen based on reputation by an independent group of researchers. The Nature Index provides ...

This project introduces youth to the fascinating hobby of "rock hunting." Geology involves studying the earth's crust, its layers, and their history. Youth learn to identify Indiana rocks, minerals, ...

Did you know that many of the largest and most beautiful crystals on display in the museum come from a unique type of rock known as pegmatites? What are pegmatites and what makes them special? At ...