The San Dimas mine, set in the mountainous terrain of northern Mexico, is one of the country’s most noted high-grade precious metals operations. Known primarily for its rich veins of silver and gold, the site exemplifies the combination of long mining tradition and modern underground techniques. Its geological setting, operational history, and continuing role in […]
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Pallasites are one of the most visually striking and scientifically important classes of meteorites: specimens that combine translucent greenish crystals with bright metallic matrix, capturing both the imagination of collectors and the curiosity of planetary scientists. This article explores their composition, where they are found, how they form, what makes them useful for research and
The name La Guitarra evokes both a cultural image and a geological feature: a silver-bearing deposit that has played a role in Mexico’s long mining tradition. This article explores the location, geology, resources and economic importance of the La Guitarra site, together with environmental, social and historical aspects that make it noteworthy. The aim is
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Orthoclase is one of the most familiar members of the alkali feldspar family, a mineral that quietly shapes the chemistry and appearance of many rocks and has found practical uses from industry to jewelry. In this article I will explore its physical and chemical nature, typical environments where it forms, its roles in industry and
The La Parrilla mining district in northern Mexico stands as one of the country’s historically important silver producers. Situated in the state of Durango, the district encompasses a cluster of mines and processing facilities that have extracted and processed silver-rich ore for more than a century. This article explores La Parrilla’s location and geology, the
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Darmstadtium is an exotic, short-lived element that exists only under the extreme conditions of modern nuclear laboratories. It occupies a remote position on the periodic table as a member of the row of heaviest known elements and is intriguing for both nuclear physicists and theoretical chemists. Because only a handful of atoms have ever been
The development of mineral projects does not happen in a vacuum; it unfolds within landscapes populated by people whose lives, livelihoods and identities are intertwined with the land. The influence of local communities on exploration, permitting, construction and operation phases can be decisive — either enabling projects to proceed responsibly and profitably, or creating delays,
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Orpiment is one of the most visually striking and scientifically intriguing sulphide minerals known to collectors, historians and materials scientists alike. Its vivid golden‑yellow to orange hues and distinctive texture have made it a subject of artistic fascination and technical interest for millennia. Beyond its appearance, orpiment embodies a complex story that links geology, toxicology,
La Encantada is one of the noteworthy silver-producing properties in northern Mexico. Its story connects geology, technology, community impact and the wider role of silver in Mexico’s mining legacy. This article outlines where the deposit is located, what is extracted there, how the operation contributes economically, and several interesting technical and historical facets that make
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Oligoclase is a common and widely distributed member of the feldspar family that plays a central role in the makeup of the continental crust and in many human industries. It sits in the middle of the plagioclase solid-solution series and bridges the gap between sodium-rich and calcium-rich feldspars. The mineral’s physical appearance, its internal crystal
