AIM GeoAnalytics uses mineralogical and elemental methods to identify rock composition, alteration, mineralization, and material variability. Analyses can be applied to core, cuttings, rock chips, soil, sediment, outcrop samples, and other geologic materials.

We work with clients to select the appropriate analytical sequence and level of interpretation. Combining methods is often useful when mineral identification, elemental composition, texture, and geologic context must be evaluated together.

Mineralogy Services:

• Qualitative X-ray diffraction for mineral identification
• Quantitative X-ray diffraction for mineral abundance estimates
• Portable X-ray fluorescence analysis in the AIM laboratory or at the project location
• Scanning electron microscopy with energy dispersive spectroscopy for mineral chemistry and microscale relationships
• Targeted sample selection and analytical program design
• Integration of mineralogical results with lithology, alteration, assays, petrography, and spatial data