Mineralización

Mineralización refers to the geological process by which valuable minerals are concentrated in the Earth's crust. This concentration occurs through various natural mechanisms, often involving hydrothermal fluids, magmatic activity, or sedimentary processes. Hydrothermal mineralization is particularly common, where hot, mineral-rich fluids circulate through rocks, dissolving and redepositing minerals in veins or disseminated deposits. Magmatic processes can lead to mineralization as molten rock cools and solidifies, allowing specific minerals to crystallize and segregate. Sedimentary mineralization involves the accumulation of mineral grains in sedimentary basins over time, often through weathering and erosion. The economic viability of a mineral deposit depends on the type of mineralization, the concentration of valuable minerals, and the geological setting. Understanding mineralization is crucial for mineral exploration and resource assessment.