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Rock & Mineral Portfolio — Methodology & Data Schema

Rock & Mineral Portfolio — Methodology

Field sampling, photo documentation, dataset schemas and analytical extensions for educational & economic portfolios.

Methodology & Data

1. Rock Samples (Educational)

Schema

Suggested Dataset Schema

FieldDescription
sample_idUnique identifier (e.g., RS001)
locationLatitude / Longitude
rock_typeGranite, Basalt, Limestone, etc.
featuresGrain size, color index, mineral composition
photo_pathPhoto filename

Example Samples

Photo
RS001 — Granite
Loc: -1.2833, 36.8167 • Grain: coarse
Photo
RS002 — Basalt
Loc: -24.789, 25.483 • Grain: fine

2. Mineral Deposits (Economic)

Schema

Suggested Dataset Schema

FieldDescription
deposit_idUnique ID (e.g., MD001)
locationLatitude / Longitude
commodityAu, Cu, Li, etc.
tonnageResource in Mt
gradeppm, %, g/t
recoveryRecovery rate (%)
capex_opexCapital and operating costs
ownershipCompany, status

Example Deposit

Core
MD001 — Cu porphyry
Loc: 12.345, -45.678 • Tonnage: 120 Mt • Grade: 0.45% Cu
Disclaimer: Example schemas and methodology. Verify decisions with qualified professionals.

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