Eudialyte is a striking and chemically complex mineral that captivates collectors, mineralogists, and economic geologists alike. Its vivid colors, unusual crystal chemistry and close ties to rare igneous rocks make it an object of both aesthetic admiration and scientific study. This article explores where eudialyte occurs, how it forms, its uses and economic potential, and […]
Epidote is a common yet fascinating member of the silicate mineral world, valued by geologists, collectors and occasional lapidaries for its distinctive color, crystal habits and the geological stories it tells. This article explores the mineral’s chemistry, environments of formation, practical and scientific uses, and a few intriguing aspects that make epidote more than just
The Moatize mine in central Mozambique is one of the most prominent coal developments in southern Africa, shaping regional infrastructure, export flows and local communities. Located in the Tete Province, Moatize sits within a vast geological basin that hosts substantial coal reserves. What began as exploration and rapid industrial development in the early 21st century
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Arsenic is an element that has shaped human history, industry, and public health in profound and sometimes surprising ways. Found in minerals, soils, and waters across the globe, it appears in both natural and anthropogenic contexts. This article explores where arsenic occurs, how it is used, the scientific and regulatory concerns tied to its presence,
Enstatite is a magnesium-rich member of the pyroxene group whose subtle presence and clear signatures reveal much about planetary interiors, high-temperature processes, and the early Solar System. This article explores the mineral’s chemistry and structure, outlines where it is commonly found on Earth and in space, examines its usefulness in science and industry, and highlights
The Moatize Mine, set in the heart of central Mozambique, is one of the country’s most prominent mineral assets. Located near the town of Moatize in Tete Province, the deposit has attracted major international investors and has become a focal point for debates about economic development, regional infrastructure, environmental protection and social change. The mine
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Elbaite is a striking and versatile member of the tourmaline family, celebrated for its extraordinary range of colors, complex crystal growth, and significance both as a gem and as a geological recorder. Named for the island of Elba, where early specimens attracted mineralogists, elbaite is the lithium-rich endmember of the tourmaline group and has become
Eilat Stone is a unique and visually striking material known for its swirling shades of blue, green, and sometimes brown — a natural mosaic formed where copper-rich mineralization meets weathering processes. Valued both as a collector’s specimen and as an ornamental material, it combines several secondary copper minerals into distinctive patterns that evoke desert landscapes
The metal indium plays a quietly dominant role in two of the 21st century’s most visible technologies: the screens we tap every day and the solar modules that promise cleaner energy. This article examines why indium has become indispensable for modern touchscreens and certain types of photovoltaics, how its unique physical and chemical properties enable
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Mercury is one of those substances that fascinates and alarms in equal measure: a metal that flows like water, a historical symbol of transformation and mystery, and a modern environmental and public-health challenge. This article explores where mercury occurs in nature and industry, how it has been and is used, and several related topics that
