Feldspar. Feldspar is the most common mineral on Earth. Since it is most commonly found in granite, this mineral is used mostly as a building material. Feldspar: Characteristics of the two types of feldspar.uartz (silica) is the most abundant mineral on earth. It is the name for a large family of rocks including the jaspers, agates, onyxes and flints. Quartz is used in concrete, glass, scientific instruments and watches.
You are here. Definition of Vascular Surgery. Vascular surgery encompasses the diagnosis and comprehensive, longitudinal management of disorders of the arterial, venous, and lymphatic systems, exclusive of the intracranial and coronary arteries.
By Jennifer Whitlock, RN, MSN, FNP-C. Updated February 25, 2016. Definition: Laparoscopic surgery, also known as minimally invasive surgery, is a technique that allows surgery to be performed without the long traditional incision that was typical of all surgeries decades ago.