Geology - Minerals

Explore the fundamental properties and crystal structures of Earth's most abundant minerals in this comprehensive 56-minute geology lecture. Delve into topics such as mineral luster, streak, hardness, cleavage directions, and physical properties. Learn about mineral chemistry, silicate classification, and the distinction between "dark" and "light" colored silicate minerals. Examine key felsic minerals like quartz and feldspar, as well as mafic minerals including olivine and pyroxenes. Discover important nonsilicate minerals, carbonate minerals, and the concept of polymorphs. Gain a deeper understanding of mineralogy and its significance in geology through this captivating and informative presentation, complete with closed captions for accessibility.