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mineralogy::noun | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Type of | geology |
| Derivation | mineralogist |
Examples of mineralogy
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The colour variations seen by VIR suggest variability in the surface mineralogy.
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The name of an igneous rock requires information on crystal size and mineralogy.
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Soils consist of a mixture of particles of different size, shape and mineralogy.
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Accurate colors are needed to determine the composition and mineralogy of Mars.
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He established programs in geochronology, experimental petrology, and mineralogy.
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Biomineralogy is a cross-over field between mineralogy, paleontology and biology.
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Materials science has its roots in metallurgy, mineralogy, and crystallography.
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The encyclopedia was concerned with meteorology, mineralogy, botany, and anatomy.
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Related fields are condensed matter physics, mineralogy, and materials science.
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- The branch of geology that studies minerals: their structure and properties and the ways of distinguishing them
- (mineralogist) a scientist trained in mineralogy
- Mineralogy is the study of chemistry, crystal structure, and physical (including optical) properties of minerals. Specific studies within mineralogy include the processes of mineral origin and formation, classification of minerals, their geographical distribution, as well as their utilization.
- (Mineralogical) In mineral form, noteworthy areas of occurrence include Bancroft, Ontario; Durango, Mexico; Germany; and Russia.
- Soil mineralogy is the study and characterization of natural inorganic compounds with definite physical, chemical, and crystalline properties (within the limits of isomorphism), that occur in the soil. The mineralogy of soils of Kansas is listed for each specific soil in Table 1.
