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  • Mineralogy
  • Materials Science
  • Crystallography

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  • Extensive mineralogical data exists on atomic arrangement and properties.
  • Structural analysis reveals minor component roles and crystallization conditions.
  • This knowledge is crucial for assessing mineral technological potential.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review advanced frontiers in mineralogy.
  • To discuss modularity, complexity, and aperiodicity in matter organization.
  • To explore unconventional levels of matter organization.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of mineralogical studies.
  • Analysis of structural data.
  • Discussion of theoretical concepts in mineralogy.

Main Results:

  • Mineralogical data provides insights into physico-chemical conditions.
  • Unpredictable structures have been described, aiding technological assessment.
  • Advanced concepts like modularity and complexity are emerging.

Conclusions:

  • Existing mineralogical databases support exploration of new frontiers.
  • Further research into modularity, complexity, and aperiodicity is warranted.
  • Understanding unconventional matter organization is key for future advancements.