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Alexandrite
Alexandrite: The Birthstone for June The month of June is celebrated with three special birthstones alexandrite, moonstone and pearl. As you would guess, alexandrite takes the lead in terms of value, rarity and class; making it our gemstone of focus this month. So, what is it? Why is it so special? Alexandrite is the rare variety of the mineral chrysoberyl (chemical formula BeAl2O4 + Cr) that changes colour in different
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How Minerals are Formed
The Science of Mineral Formation How are minerals formed?; is a common question in mineral discussions. Minerals are part of our planet’s treasures, they are naturally occurring, inorganic solids with a specific chemical composition and a characteristic crystalline structure. They are also important components of our everyday life. In this blog article, we’ll explore the interesting world of mineral formation, appreciate the various processes that give life to valuable treasures,
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Block Caving Mining Method
Block caving is an underground mining method that involves undermining an ore body and allowing it to collapse under its weight, allowing huge volumes of rock to be extracted efficiently. The ore then falls into a series of draw tunnels, where it can be collected and transported to the surface. The method is a high-volume mining method often used to mine large, low-grade ore deposits that are too deep or too
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Gold Rush
Gold Rush 101 A gold rush is a period of feverish excitement over discovery of gold, typically in a remote or an overlooked area. During a gold rush, prospectors or miners rush to the area hoping to find and extract the precious metal and make some quick money. The appeal of potential wealth and prosperity fuels migration of people from various places, leading to significant economic, social, and environmental impacts
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Steel
The World’s Most Recycled Material What is steel? What makes it so important and useful? What makes it so recyclable? Here are some interesting things about the world’s most recycled material. Steel is a hard, strong grey or bluish-grey alloy of iron and carbon, with carbon content not exceeding 2%. If the alloy exceeds 2% carbon in content, it moves from steel to cast iron. In addition to metal characteristics of
