Clinopirokseeneja
Clinopirokseeneja (Finnish for "clinopyroxenes") refers to a group of important rock-forming silicate minerals that belong to the pyroxene family. Clinopyroxenes are characterized by their single-chain silicate structure, where silicon-oxygen tetrahedra share corners to form continuous chains. This structural arrangement gives them distinct physical properties, such as cleavage, hardness, and optical behavior.
These minerals are commonly found in igneous and metamorphic rocks, including basalts, gabbros, and some volcanic
Augite, one of the most widespread clinopyroxenes, is rich in calcium and magnesium and often appears in
Clinopyroxenes play a crucial role in geology due to their stability across various temperatures and pressures,
The identification of clinopyroxenes often relies on optical microscopy, X-ray diffraction, and chemical analysis. Their crystal