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Chert

Microcrystalline to cryptocrystalline sedimentary rock composed of interlocking quartz crystals

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Chelation

The reaction between a metallic ion and a complexing agent, with the resultant ring shaped structure forming a larger particle, useful in the disgorgement and transportation of embedded heavy metals from usually porous substrate

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Chatoyancy

An optical phenomenon of certain minerals when reflected light, in a patterned or silky sheen is concentrated in a narrow band that changes position and sometimes colour with movement

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Channel sample

Sample material reflective of the deposit, obtained from a channel or trench

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Change house

The mine building where workers change into uniforms and safety equipment

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Chalcopyrite

A brassy-yellow tetragonal mineral with a metallic blue tarnish or oxide, it is the common ore of copper. CuFeS2