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More than 4,000 naturally occurring minerals—inorganic solids that have a characteristic chemical composition and specific crystal structure—have been found on Earth. They are formed of simple ...

The startup uses AI to quickly search for minerals over wide areas, identifying promising potential deposits for exploration.

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Museum planetary science researcher Prof Sara Russell explains the origins of Earth's closest companion. No bigger than a smartphone, this remarkable rock has layers that tell ... will be displayed in ...

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The W.M. Keck Museums is available for tours from all K-12 schools and also community groups. The tour generally takes 45 minutes, but can be expanded or reduced depending on grade or interest level.

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