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Why isn't the classification perfect?
It can depend on temperature, pressure and the chemical environment.
What are the 4 classification groups?
Lithophile, siderophile, chalcophile and atmophile.
What does lithophile mean?
Rock loving.
What does siderophile mean?
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What does chalcophile mean?
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What does atmophile mean?
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Where is the likely location of lithophile elements to be found on Earth?
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What does lithophile do?
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Give 4 lithophile elements.
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Where is the likely location of siderophile elements to be found on Earth?
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What does siderophile not do?
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Give 3 siderophile elements.
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Give a characteristic of siderophile.
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Where is the likely location of chalcophile elements to be found on Earth?
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What does chalcophile do?
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Give 3 chalcophile elements.
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Where is the likely location of atmophile elements to be found on Earth?
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Give 4 atmophile elements.
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Where do lithophile elements tend to be found?
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Study Notes
Goldschmidt Classification Overview
- Classification influenced by temperature, pressure, and chemical environment, making it nuanced.
- Four main groups: Lithophile, Siderophile, Chalcophile, and Atmophile.
Lithophile
- Definition: "Rock-loving" elements, typically found in the Earth's crust and mantle.
- Functionality: These elements tend to combine with oxygen.
- Common elements: Aluminium, Calcium, Magnesium, and Oxygen.
- Occurrence: Predominantly present in silicate minerals.
Siderophile
- Definition: "Iron-loving" elements, primarily located in the Earth's core.
- Behavior: Siderophiles do not combine with oxygen.
- Characteristics: Noted for their high density.
- Common elements: Iron, Nickel, and Gold.
Chalcophile
- Definition: "Ore-loving" elements typically found in the Earth's crust.
- Functionality: These elements combine with sulfur.
- Common elements: Lead, Copper, and Zinc.
Atmophile
- Definition: "Gas-loving" elements, located in the Earth's atmosphere.
- Common elements: Carbon, Hydrogen, Helium, and Neon.
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Test your knowledge on the Goldschmidt classification system with these flashcards. Explore the reasons behind its imperfect nature and familiarize yourself with the four main classification groups: lithophile, siderophile, chalcophile, and atmophile. This quiz is ideal for students studying geology or chemistry.
