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Where can valuable mineral deposits such as gold form?
at subduction zones
Is quartz igneaus?
quartz is a mineral, not a rock, so it can't be igneous, sedimentary or metamorphic
How can mineral quartz be in an igneous and sedimentary rock?
== == Quartz is actually a silicate mineral that appears in metamorphic, sedimentary, and igneous rocks.
The most common mineral group in Earth's crust is?
I would assume it would be igneous due to the massive amounts of magma in the earth's crust.
What observation about an igneous rock would support the inference that the rock cooled slowly underground?
The rock would have visible mineral crystals--a phaneritic texture.
Igneous intrusions often are associated with valuable what?
Igneous intrusions are often associated with valuable mineral deposits such as gold, copper, and nickel due to the process of fractional crystallization where minerals concentrate as magma cools and solidifies. These valuable minerals may be trapped within the intrusive bodies or found in surrounding rocks affected by the intrusion.
What are large mineral crytals commonly found in?
Geodes, mineral veins and layered igneous intrusions.
Is cyanotrichite an igneous rock?
No, cyanotrichite is not an igneous rock. It is a secondary mineral that forms in oxidized copper deposits.
Is uranophane a igneous rock?
No, uranophane is not an igneous rock. It is a mineral, specifically a hydrated calcium uranyl silicate that is typically found in uranium-bearing deposits.
What does plutons do?
Plutons are large igneous intrusions of molten rock that solidified underground. They form deep within the Earth's crust and can vary in size and shape. Plutons are responsible for creating the source of many mineral deposits and can also contribute to the formation of mountain ranges.
What geologic structure are found near the location of the metallic deposits (gold) in the Philippines?
Metallic deposits (gold) in the Philippines are typically found in igneous-related structures such as porphyry copper deposits, epithermal gold-silver deposits, and skarn deposits. These deposits are often associated with volcanic arcs and subduction zones due to the geologic processes that occur in these tectonic settings. The presence of faults, fractures, and magmatic intrusions in these areas can create pathways for mineral-rich fluids to concentrate and form metallic deposits like gold.
What mineral deposits do we have in the countrywhere are they located and why only in those place?
The United States has mineral deposits such as gold, copper, coal, and iron ore. These deposits are located throughout the country, with specific concentrations in regions like Nevada (gold), Arizona (copper), and Appalachia (coal). Geologic processes determine the distribution of mineral deposits, with factors such as tectonic activity, magma intrusions, and sedimentary formations influencing their formation in specific locations.
Where are all mineral ores found?
It is usually located in clay near the earth's crust
Valuable ore deposits and gem crystals are often associated with?
Valuable ore deposits and gem crystals are often associated with hydrothermal processes that involve the circulation of hot fluids through rocks, creating conditions for mineral deposition. These fluids can carry and deposit valuable minerals such as gold, silver, and diamonds in fractures or cavities within the rocks. Such deposits are commonly found in areas with active or ancient volcanic activity and tectonic activity.
Is emerald an igneous rock?
No, Emerald is a variety of the mineral beryl (Be3Al2(SiO3)6,) colored green by trace amounts of chromium and sometimes vanadium and not an igneous rock. However beryl crystals form in association with Granite intrusions (which are Igneous rocks) and are often associated with tin and tungsten ore bodies in what are called pegmatities. They are also to be found in mica schists which are metamorphic rocks and also uniquely, the emerald deposits in Colombia Colombia are in limestone, a sedimentary rock.
What has the author David A Phoenix written?
David A. Phoenix has written: 'Quicksilver deposits in the southern Pilot Mountains, Mineral County, Nevada' -- subject(s): Cinnabar, Economic Geology, Geology, Geology, Economic, Igneous Rocks, Mercury mines and mining, Mercury ores, Mines and mineral resources, Ore deposits, Rocks, Igneous, Rocks, Sedimentary, Sedimentary Rocks
What geological structures are found near the location of the metallic deposites?
Geological structures such as fault lines, folds, and igneous intrusions are commonly found near metallic deposits. These structures can create pathways for mineral-rich fluids to flow and accumulate, leading to the formation of mineral deposits. Studying the geological structures near the deposit site can provide valuable insights into the processes that led to the concentration of metals in that area.
