| Die Bodenschätze der Insel stammen vor allem aus submarinen Gebirgsbildungen. Kupfer, das als Sulfid vorkommt, entstand, als am Tethysboden Meerwasser in die vorhandenen Gesteinsklüfte eindrang und die im Nebengestein vorkommenden Metalle löste. Diese stiegen dann als Kupfer-, Eisen- und Zinksulfide ... moreDie Bodenschätze der Insel stammen vor allem aus submarinen Gebirgsbildungen. Kupfer, das als Sulfid vorkommt, entstand, als am Tethysboden Meerwasser in die vorhandenen Gesteinsklüfte eindrang und die im Nebengestein vorkommenden Metalle löste. Diese stiegen dann als Kupfer-, Eisen- und Zinksulfide auf. Die untermeerisch geförderten Basalte erstarrten wulst- und kissenartig und bilden die sogenannte Kissenlava (Pillolaven). |
| Nature forms over time, e.g. believed due to weathering, mineralization or crystallization, landscapes and rocks in which the human imagination identifies often strange formations out of the real world. An example of this are agates that, generally outwardly unattractive pose, in their interiors of ... moreNature forms over time, e.g. believed due to weathering, mineralization or crystallization, landscapes and rocks in which the human imagination identifies often strange formations out of the real world. An example of this are agates that, generally outwardly unattractive pose, in their interiors often true works of art. |
| Gypsum needels and blue Baryte have made this mine known for mineral collectors. A recent report from Sept. 2012 shows that good finds are still possible. To visit this mine is relatively easy. The evacuation of the gypsum needels on the other hand is more difficult. Unfortunately, vandals have left ... moreGypsum needels and blue Baryte have made this mine known for mineral collectors. A recent report from Sept. 2012 shows that good finds are still possible. To visit this mine is relatively easy. The evacuation of the gypsum needels on the other hand is more difficult. Unfortunately, vandals have left their mark, but read and see it yourself. A report by Stefan Schorn. (Article in German) |