-- Definition -- Chronological list of surveys undertaken to better define the potential of a mineral occurrence
-- Definition -- Terms for the grouping of mineral deposits defined by generic characteristics e.g. host rock, host structure, commodity, association with similar mineral processes e.g. porphyry.
There is no single classification for industrial minerals since different end-users divide them according to their own needs and disciplines. Industrial minerals have been classified according to their geological settings, chemistry or physical characteristics. Another classification, widely used, is based on their end-use (e.g., chemicals, fertilizers, ceramics, refractories, abrasives, etc.).
-- Definition -- A code for the means used to calculate the ore measurement. Examples include JORC, Unspecified, UNESCO/World Bank and the Canadian CIM.
Refers to a vocabulary of terms that classify the commodity (gold, copper, gravel, base metal, coal etc).
-- Definition -- Terms for the atyle of mineral occurrence or deposit. Generally a local or regional term. Should be referenced for definitions and descriptions. Single deposit terms may form member of a Mineral Deposit Group in local and regional schemas.