mineralography
/ˌmɪn(ə)rəˈlɒɡrəfi/ /ˌmɪn(ə)r(ə)lˈɒɡrəfi/Mineralogy
noun
The branch of science that deals with the physical and chemical microstructure of minerals, especially as observed through the study of polished mineral sections with a reflecting microscope.
Origin
Early 20th century. From mineral + -ography. Compare slightly later mineragraphy.
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