mineralogy
Sign in to savethumb|upright=1.5|Mineralogy applies principles of chemistry, [[geology, physics and materials science to the study of minerals]]
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Mineralogy is the scientific study of minerals that combines chemistry, geology, physics, and materials science to understand their properties and behavior. It matters because minerals are the fundamental building blocks of rocks and the Earth, and understanding them helps us locate valuable resources, understand geological processes, and develop new materials.
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18 sectionsContents
- History
- Physical properties
- Crystal structure
- Chemical elements
- Optical
- Transmitted light
- Systematic
- Formation environments
- Biomineralogy
- Mineral ecology
- Uses
- Collecting
- See also
- Notes
- References
- Further reading
- External links
- Associations
thumb|upright=1.5|Mineralogy applies principles of chemistry, [[geology, physics and materials science to the study of minerals]]
Mineralogy is a subject of geology specializing in the scientific study of the chemistry, crystal structure, and physical (including optical) properties of minerals and mineralized artifacts. Specific studies within mineralogy include the processes of mineral origin and formation, classification of minerals, their geographical distribution, and their utilization.