The Good to Know Series is designed to make complex geological and carbon-material concepts easier to understand. Each post offers a focused, science-based explanation of terms, methods and processes encountered in research, laboratories and industry. Instead of long technical papers, these pieces provide short, reliable insights that readers can return to whenever they need clarity.

The aim is simple: to create a growing collection of practical notes that help demystify the fundamentals of organic matter, coal, minerals and carbon materials. Whether you are a student discovering these topics for the first time, a researcher in need of quick reminders, or a professional working with Earth materials, the series offers accessible guidance grounded in scientific rigour. It is a place to build understanding one concept at a time, supporting learning, communication and informed decision-making across the geosciences.