June 11, 2024
A NEW UNDERSTANDING OF HOW SEAM OPAL IS MADE IN NATURE By Gerard Faber
Gerard Faber's paper on the formation of seam opal in nature is quite detailed and provides an in-depth understanding of the geological and chemical processes involved. The journey from Gondwana's breakup, the role of diatoms, the formation of the Eromanga Sea, and the conditions required for opal formation are explained comprehensively. Here are some key points highlighted in his research: