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Geological survey

The systematic mapping of an area to record the characteristics of its underlying geology

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Geographic Information System (GIS)

A computerized framework of multiple calibrated map layers, containing specific data in each layer pertinent to the exploration and development of a mineral resource, as utilized within a geological context

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Geochemistry

The measurement of the chemical constituents of rock and their properties

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Geobotanical indicators

The determination of a particular mineral occurrence as influenced by the unique characteristics of certain plant species native to that deposit, by factors including colour, abundance, root depth and overall growth and density, and elevated levels of a target mineral or accessory mineral in the plant itself

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Genesis

The conditions under which mineral deposits are initially formed or concentrated

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Geiger counter

An analog instrument used to measure levels of radioactivity utilizing a Geiger-Muller tube

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Gangue

Used to describe all non economic or waste rocks and minerals surrounding economic minerals within