If you’ve ever heard a geologist mention “the oxide layer” or “the sulfide zone” like it’s some buried treasure map key, they’re not wrong—but they...

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When we talk about minerals, we often picture sparkling quartz clusters, vibrant amethyst geodes, or perfectly formed fluorite cubes. But few colle...

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