The separation of metallic minerals from ore by use of a high temperature furnace
The separation of metallic minerals from ore by use of a high temperature furnace
A structure produced by the compaction of sediment over a more resistant mass
The proportion of a precious metals purity, usually Gold, Silver and Platinum, measured in part per thousand
The direction or trend of a layered formation of rock
Particulate minerals, usually gold
A polished surface of a gemstone or rock
Natural or manmade materials used to fill cavities created for the exploration or development of more valuable mineral substances
The exposed end or start of a mineral body
The initial reconnaissance of geology performed by direct observation
Visual and preliminary classification of rock samples collected on-site, prior to formal geochemical analysis