Mineral Classification
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Mineral Classification
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A methodical exploration of how Earth’s 3,500+ minerals are organized into systematic categories. We cover the fundamental definition of minerals, chemical classification systems, all seven crystal systems (cubic through triclinic), the six types of silicate structures, and how crystal arrangements determine physical properties like hardness and cleavage.
Delivered in slow, deliberate pacing with extended pauses—perfect for drifting off to the soothing rhythm of geological order.
Topics Covered- What defines a mineral
- Dana and Nickel-Strunz classification systems
- Seven crystal systems: cubic, tetragonal, orthorhombic, hexagonal, trigonal, monoclinic, triclinic
- Six silicate structures: nesosilicates, sorosilicates, cyclosilicates, inosilicates, phyllosilicates, tectosilicates
- Physical properties: Mohs hardness scale, cleavage, fracture, specific gravity
- Featured minerals: quartz, feldspars, calcite, diamond, micas, garnets, and dozens more
Best for: geology enthusiasts, lovers of systematic order, anyone who finds peace in patterns
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