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  • Understanding Mineral Deposits: Ore Bodies, Veins & More
    A high concentration of a mineral in rock is called a mineral deposit.

    Here are some more specific terms depending on the context:

    * Ore body: A mineral deposit that is economically viable to mine.

    * Vein: A narrow, tabular deposit of minerals that has filled a crack or fracture in the rock.

    * Layer: A sheet-like deposit of minerals that has formed horizontally, often due to sedimentation.

    * Disseminated deposit: A deposit where the mineral is dispersed throughout the rock, rather than concentrated in a specific area.

    * Pegmatite: A very coarse-grained igneous rock that often contains high concentrations of rare minerals.

    It's important to note that the terms "high concentration" and "economically viable" are relative. What is considered a high concentration for one mineral may be considered low for another. Similarly, whether a mineral deposit is economically viable depends on factors like the price of the mineral, the cost of extraction, and the availability of other resources.

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