👉 The term "zirconiferous" is a mineralogy term that refers to a type of crystalline material composed predominantly of silicon dioxide and iron oxide. It is commonly found in the Earth's crust, particularly at high pressure and temperatures, and it forms in rocks that have undergone a process called metamorphism. Zirconiferous minerals are typically characterized by their highly refractive properties, which allow them to absorb light and scatter it back into the same direction. This property makes them useful for various
