Mineralogy - Silicate Mineral Classification and Crystal Properties

Explore the fundamental principles of mineralogy through this comprehensive lecture series covering crystal properties, silicate mineral classification, and rock-forming minerals. Delve into crystallography basics and learn to identify and classify various mineral groups including cyclosilicates, mixed-chain silicates, oxides, and sulphides. Master the structure and classification of silicate minerals through detailed examination of their geochemical properties and periodic behaviors. Study the systematic approach to silicate mineral identification across three progressive parts, building from basic classification principles to advanced geochemical analysis. Gain practical knowledge of rock-forming minerals and their significance in geological processes, with particular emphasis on the diverse silicate mineral family that comprises the majority of Earth's crust.