Mineralogy

Mineralogy is a subject of geology specializing in the scientific study of 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, as well as their utilization.

Mineralogy Books

Thuggin In Miami (The Family Is Made : Part 1)

Introduction to the Methods of Optical Crystallography

Rockhounding Colorado (Rockhounding Series)

Minéralia - Minéraux et pierres précieuses du monde

The Crystal Bible: A Definitive Guide to Crystals

The Book of Stones: Who They Are & What They Teach

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Quotes Tagged “Mineralogy”

“ There are no mineral monsters. ”
― Canguilhem

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“ There are many arts and sciences of which a miner should not be ignorant. First there is Philosophy, that he may discern the origin, cause, and nature of subterranean things; for then he will be able to dig out the veins easily and advantageously, and to obtain more abundant results from his mining. Secondly there is Medicine, that he may be able to look after his diggers and other workman ... Thirdly follows astronomy, that he may know the divisions of the heavens and from them judge the direct ...more ”
― Georgius Agricola, DE RE METALLICA [TRANSLATED FROM THE FIRST LATIN EDITION OF 1556]

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