Aluminum ores: properties, mineral resources, and applications
Aluminum ores — is the main source of aluminum, which has wide application in industry, construction and alloy production.
Copper ores: properties, distribution, and significance
Copper is one of the most important non-ferrous metals, which is widely used in electrical engineering and energy.
Cobalt ores: genesis, resources, uses, and Ukraine’s potential
Cobalt ores are an important source of strategic metal, which is widely used in high-tech industries.
Tin ores: resource potential and prospects for development in Ukraine
Tin ores are used in modern technologies, in particular in electronics, mechanical engineering and alloy production.
Mercury ores: properties, resource base, and prospects
Mercury ores are a strategically important raw material used in the chemical, mining and instrument-making industries.
Antimony ores: resource potential and development prospects in Ukraine
Antimony ores are a valuable raw material for many strategic industries, from metallurgy and electronics to medicine.
Magnesium ores: types, deposits, uses, and extraction
Magnesium ores are formed under the conditions of evaporation of salt basins or metamorphism of ultramafic rocks.
Arsenic ores: types, deposits, uses, and extraction
Arsenic, which has long been used in medicine, has found its application in metallurgy, chemical industry and electronics.
Nickel ores: history, properties, deposits, and applications
Nickel ores — is an important source of nickel, which is widely used in metallurgy, chemical industry and alloy production.
Natural pebbles: formation, characteristics, and practical significance
Pebbles are a valuable natural material that is widely used in construction, landscape design and decoration.
Syenite: origin, properties, and significance of the rock
Syenite is a deep igneous rock that formed as a result of slow cooling of magma.
Balance of surface and groundwater in drinking water supply
In general, the number of European countries where groundwater predominates in the structure of water supply is 65%.
History of subsoil use on the territory of Kyiv region
The geographical conditions of the Kyiv region contributed to the active development of the subsoil.
Geological natural monuments of Kyiv region
Geological monument – are objects of natural origin that characterize the course of geological processes.
Mineral resources of the Autonomous Republic of Crimea
Mineral resources of the Autonomous Republic of Crimea are an important strategic resource for the country.
Mineral resources of Donetsk region
Minerals in Donetsk region include significant reserves of hard coal, antimony-mercury ores, dolomite, limestones, marls, etc.
Mineral resources of Luhansk region
Luhansk region is defined not only by cultural heritage, but also by an incredible wealth of minerals.
Mineral resources of Kherson region
Minerals of the Kherson region are represented by more than 110 deposits, which we will talk about in the article.
Mineral resources of Zaporizhzhia region
Minerals of the Zaporizhzhia region are not limited to deposits of construction raw materials, many interesting objects have been found here.
Mineral resources of Mykolaiv region
Mykolaiv region represents a significant mining region with a diverse range of mineral resources.
Mineral resources of Dnipropetrovsk region
Minerals of the Dnipropetrovsk region are of key importance for industry.
Kaolin clays in Kyiv region
Within Kyiv region, three deposits and several dozen occurrences of kaolin have been identified.
Software in mine surveying
The software ensures the efficiency and accuracy of the surveyor’s work.
Mineral resources of Chernihiv region
The subsoil of Chernihiv region has a fairly diverse composition of minerals.
Mineral resources of Cherkasy region
Cherkasy region is located at the intersection of two subprovinces in Ukraine.
Aquifers of the city of Kyiv
The aquifers of the city of Kyiv are used to provide residents of the capital with high-quality drinking water.
Mineral resources of the Khmelnytskyi region
Khmelnytskyi region is rich in various non-mineral minerals.
Use of modern technologies in mine reclamation
The use of new technologies in field reclamation is becoming more and more popular.
Mineral resources of Rivne region
Mines of the Rivne region are an important element of the mining industry, which plays a key role in the development of the region.
Mineral resources of Lviv region
Minerals of the Lviv region contribute to the development of the local economy.
Stability of quarry sides
The stability of the sides of the quarry is one of the most important conditions for the safety of production processes.
Peculiarities of peatland design
The design of peat development requires compliance with the standards of balanced use of resources.
Mineral resources of the Odesa region
Valuable minerals of the Odesa region play an important role in the development of Ukraine.
Mineral resources of Volyn region
Minerals of the Volyn region and their role in the balanced development of the region.
Mineral resources of Ivano-Frankivsk region
Minerals of the Ivano-Frankivsk region are key for its economic development.
Mineral resources of Chernivtsi region
Many mineral deposits have been found on the territory of Chernivtsi region.
Special water use: important aspects
Special water use is an important component of enterprise activity.
Commissioning of a mineral deposit
Commissioning a deposit is a complex process that includes several stages and requires high technical competence.
Mineral resources of Sumy region
The territory of the Sumy region is famous for its deposits of combustible minerals.
Operational exploration of deposits
Operational reconnaissance is carried out to clarify data about the object of operation.
The mineral resources of Poltava region
Minerals of the Poltava region have great potential for the economic development and industry of Ukraine.
Mineral Resources of the Kharkiv Region
420 mineral deposits are recorded on the territory of Kharkiv region.
Mineral resources of the Ternopil region
Construction minerals of the Ternopil region play a decisive role in the economy.
Mineral resources of Zhytomyr region
Zhytomyr Oblast is a unique region in terms of the number and variety of minerals.
Mineral resources of Vinnytsia region
Minerals of the Vinnytsia region are of great importance for the development of industry, energy and construction.
Mineral resources of the Kirovohrad region
Kirovohrad region is considered one of the most resource-intensive in Ukraine.
Mineral Resources of Kyiv Region
The territory of the Kyiv region is located within the Dnipro-Donetsk depression and the Ukrainian shield and its slopes.
Lead and zinc ores of Ukraine: resources, deposits, and prospects
Lead and zinc ores are widely used in the production of alloys, for anti-radiation protection, electronics and medicine.
Flint: origin, properties, and applications
Flint — is a hard sedimentary rock that is widely used in the production of abrasives, decoration and architectural elements.
Chalk. Characteristics and deposits of high-quality raw materials
Chalk is a soft sedimentary rock consisting mainly of calcite remains of marine organisms.
Nepheline. Properties, genesis and use
Nepheline is a mineral of the class of aluminosilicates and a valuable industrial raw material of great importance.
Bischofite. History of the mineral, its distribution and use
Bischofite is a natural mineral-chloride rich in magnesium, which is formed during the evaporation of salt pools.
Corundum: varieties, geological-industrial types of deposits, and occurrences
Corundum is a superhard aluminum oxide formed in metamorphic and magmatic conditions and has a characteristic glassy shine.
Molybdenum ores: strategic raw material and development prospects
Molybdenum is widely used in metallurgy for alloying ultra-strong steels for demanding applications.
Vanadium ores: reserves, mining, and development prospects in Ukraine
Vanadium — is a strategic metal with wide applications in the steel, aviation, energy and chemical industries.
Lithium ores: mineralogy, deposits, and prospects for extraction in Ukraine
Lithium ores — is a source of strategic metal used for batteries, metallurgy and ceramics.
Beryllium ores: history, properties, deposits and applications
Beryllium ores are a valuable source of a lightweight and strong metal used in the aerospace, electronics, and defense industries.
Uranium Ores: properties, deposits, and applications
Uranium ores are natural mineral formations containing uranium at concentrations suitable for industrial extraction.
Rubidium and cesium: properties, deposits, and applications
Rubidium and cesium are rare alkali metals that occur mainly in rare-metal pegmatites and salt deposits.
Iodine and bromine. Characteristics and distribution in Ukraine
Iodine and bromine are halogens of significant industrial importance, and in Ukraine they are concentrated in mineral waters.
Marshallite. Uses, extraction and deposits
Marshallite consists of tiny quartz crystals that may seem insignificant, but they have great practical and scientific importance.
Iceland spar. Discovery of the mineral and its distribution
Iceland spar is a unique variety of calcite capable of splitting a light beam into two rays.
Talc. Properties, reserves and extraction
Talc is an extremely soft, layered silicate that forms during the metamorphism of ultramafic rocks and can be easily ground into a powder.
Shungite. Special properties and classification of the mineral
Shungite — is a carbon-containing metamorphic rock enriched with amorphous carbon and known for its sorption properties.
Phlogopite. Distribution in Ukraine and uses of the mineral
Phlogopite is a mineral from the mica group known for its fire resistance, thermal insulation properties and decorative appeal.
Andesite. Properties, varieties and distribution
Andesite — is an volcanic or subvolcanic rock of porphyry structure consisting mainly of medium plagioclase.
Anorthosite. Origin and deposits in Ukraine
Anorthosite is an igneous rock of the gabbro group, which lies in massifs and is characterized by almost complete dominance of plagioclase.
Diorite. Appearance and formation of the rock
Forming in deep conditions, diorite acquires a coarse-grained structure and decorative properties.
Gabbro. Characteristics of the rock, extraction, and processing
Gabbro is an intrusive igneous rock of the main composition, which forms significant massifs and is widely used as a valuable raw material.
Feldspars are the most common minerals of the silicate class
Feldspars — are a group of aluminosilicate minerals that are the most common rock-forming components of the earth’s crust.
Migmatite. Features of rock formation and its types
Migmatite is a complex rock that consists of two or more components (paleosoma and neosoma), usually repeated layered.
Dacite. Properties, distribution and space discoveries
Dacite is a medium-silicate volcanic rock between andesite and rhyolite, consisting mainly of plagioclase and quartz.
Gneiss. Properties, genesis, distribution in Ukraine
Gneiss is a durable rock that is formed under the influence of high temperatures and pressure in the depths of the earth’s crust.
Monzonite. Unique composition of the rock and variety
Monzonite is a coarse-grained (phaneritic) igneous rock. It is known for its intermediate composition between two types of rocks: diorite and syenite.
Palygorskite. Unique properties of the rock and its distribution
Palygorskite, also known as attapulgite, is a clay mineral, an hydrous magnesium silicate with a filamentous chain-layered structure.
Plagiogranite. Intrusive rock as a witness of the deep processes of the planet
Plagiogranite. Intrusive rock as a witness of the deep processes of the planet Plagiogranite is a light-gray granite characterized by […]
Zirconium and hafnium. Properties and distribution
Hafnium and zirconium are important metals which, due to their unique physicochemical properties, are widely used in nuclear energy.
Microcline — a common rock-forming mineral
Microcline — is a common rock-forming mineral of granites and pegmatites, represented by various shades of color.
Mineral Resources of Zakarpattia Region
Zakarpattia Region, located in western Ukraine, impresses with its natural beauty and diversity of resources.
Artesian Waters
Artesian waters are pressurized groundwater occurring at significant depths between two impermeable rock layers.
Drones in Mine Surveying Works
In order to reduce risks and operational costs, a promising technology has emerged — unmanned aerial vehicles.
Stages and methods of deposit reclamation
The extraction of mineral resources can significantly damage the environment.
Metals of the platinum group. Genesis, distribution and use
PGE are a rare and valuable raw material for many branches of modern industry.
Brick and tile raw materials: properties and values
Brick and tile raw materials — are natural clay rocks that have wet plasticity and the ability to harden after firing.
Rare earth elements in Ukraine
Rare earth elements are a group of metals that give materials unique properties
Sandstone. Characteristics, types, and distribution
Sandstone is a dense sedimentary rock formed from cemented grains of quartz and feldspar.
Muscovite. Properties, uses, and deposits
Muscovite is a transparent, layered mica mineral characterized by high elasticity and a glassy luster.
Diamonds. Properties, mining, and use
Diamond is the hardest natural mineral, distinguished by its extraordinary transparency, brilliance, and thermal conductivity.
Alunite. Properties, deposits, and prospects for use
Alunite is a sulfate mineral formed by hydrothermal alteration, occurring as white or pink masses.
Pyrophyllite. Properties, deposits in Ukraine, applications
Pyrophyllite is a soft layered silicate with a scaly texture.

























































































