Chromite is by far the most industrially important mineral for the production of metallic chromium, used as an alloying ingredient in stainless and tool steels. #science #nature #geology #minerals...
The chemical properties of minerals mainly reflect the chemical properties of the atoms present in each. However, even here these pro...
The new DK Nature Guides form a comprehensive, accessible, and informative series of illustrated reference books that tackle key natural history subjects in DK's uniquely visual style. Produced in collaboration with expert consultants at the Smithsonian Institution, each guide is expertly written and will give you knowledge of the natural world at your fingertips.From blue schist to blue granite, malachite to meteorites, and taconite to travertine, Nature Guide Rocks and Minerals is packed full of stunning images that reveal intricate details and unique characteristics of each rock and mineral.Using close-up photographs of every specimen and profiles containing examples from all over the world, Nature Guide Rocks and Minerals brings revealing key facets and details perfect for quick identification.
Photographer R. Tanaka has taken a number of amazing close-up photos of elements from the periodic table.
Everybody knows that Idaho’s nickname is “The Gem State.” I have always assumed that the nickname was because of the gem stones and precious metals found throughout our state.
Vanadinite Taouz, Er Rachidia Province, Meknès-Tafilalet Region, Morocco
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All women love gemstones. Most of the attention goes to diamonds, rubies, emeralds, and other sparkling stones. However, today we look at the magic that is agate. This gemstone was originally discovered in Sicily and has been used traditionally in jewelry since ancient times. Agate is very popular all over the world and every region...
ˌä-kwə-mə-ˈrēn, Stone of Courage & Illumination Aquamarine, a stone of serenity, calms and soothes with it’s lovely blue/green color and evokes the calm of the water with it’s given name, which is interpreted at ‘water of the sea’ derived from Latin. A stone that celebrates the sea goddess of ancient times, it was
In recent years, the mineral formations that were once the exclusive domain of fringey New Age circles have become a booming mainstream business. But can it last?
GEM WOOD REPLACEMENT BOULDER OPAL FROM YOWAH CENTRAL QUEENSLAND This is a natural stone that was vegetation or wood 100 million years ago. The opal has replaced the timber cells over time so you can still see the formation. One of the most popular patterns is ‘Cathedral” Mined in YOWAH central Queensland.
