mineraalilajiin
Mineraalilajiin, or mineral classification, is the systematization of minerals into named species and groups based on their chemical composition and crystal structure. The purpose is to organize mineral diversity in a way that supports identification, geological interpretation, and resource assessment.
A mineral species is defined by a characteristic chemical formula and, in many cases, a specific crystal
Classification schemes fall into several traditions, with two widely used frameworks being the Dana and Strunz
The process of mineraalilajiin involves identifying a mineral through field and laboratory methods, determining its empirical
Examples of major mineral classes include silicates (e.g., quartz, feldspar), carbonates (e.g., calcite), and sulfides (e.g.,