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Our science supports data collection and research on nonfuel and rare earth mineral resources. We study geologic processes that concentrate known mineral resources at specific localities in the Earth's crust, and assess quantities, qualities, and areas of undiscovered mineral resources, or potential future supply. This allows for an understanding of the complete life cycle of mineral resources.

Geochemistry

Geophysics

Geology

GIS and Data

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Airborne Surveys

Alaska Geology and Mineral Resources

Analytical Chemistry

Aqueous Geochemistry

Background Characterization

Biogeochemistry

Concealed Deposits

Critical Resources

Critical Zone Assessment

Crustal Fluid Flow

Data Inventory and Analysis

Data Quality and Management

Deposit Characterization and Identification

Economic Geology

Environment

Exploration Geochemistry

Framework Geology

Geochemical Reference Materials

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Educational products created by Geology, Geophysics, and Geochemistry Science Center staff in collaboration with other USGS science centers, programs, mission areas, and beyond.

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Educational products created by Geology, Geophysics, and Geochemistry Science Center staff in collaboration with other USGS science centers, programs, mission areas, and beyond.

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