
Minerals and Gemstones
300 of the Earth's Natural Treasures
Amber Books (Publisher)
Published on 14. May 2017
Book
Paperback/Softback
320 pages
978-1-78274-259-3 (ISBN)
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Description
Discover the fascinating world of the treasures beneath your feet. Minerals and Gemstones is an accessible and informative reference guide to 300 different minerals and gemstones, from simple sandstones to sanidine, jade and diamond. Learn what the Earth is made of, how its rocks were formed and how minerals and gems are used today.
Minerals and Gemstones is divided into sections covering the internationally recognised classification groups. Each entry includes an accurately reproduced and representative colour photograph, and a key information table including specifications such as the colour, lustre, streak, hardness, specific gravity, cleavage, habit and crystal system of each type of mineral and gemstone.
Full of facts and with an engaging but expertly written text, this handy, pocket-size book is a valuable reference source as well as a fascinating read.
Minerals and Gemstones is divided into sections covering the internationally recognised classification groups. Each entry includes an accurately reproduced and representative colour photograph, and a key information table including specifications such as the colour, lustre, streak, hardness, specific gravity, cleavage, habit and crystal system of each type of mineral and gemstone.
Full of facts and with an engaging but expertly written text, this handy, pocket-size book is a valuable reference source as well as a fascinating read.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Amber Books Ltd
Target group
Interest Age: From 7 to 99 years
Product notice
Flexible plastic/vinyl cover
Illustrations
Index; Halftones, color
Dimensions
Height: 169 mm
Width: 134 mm
Thickness: 29 mm
Weight
536 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-78274-259-3 (9781782742593)
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Persons
Dr. David Cook is a former research chemist. He has studied geology as a keen amateur and has teaching experience.
Dr. Wendy Kirk is a lecturer in geology at University College London and curator of Geology Collections of thirty years' experience.
Dr. Wendy Kirk is a lecturer in geology at University College London and curator of Geology Collections of thirty years' experience.
Content
Introduction
Native Elements
Sulphides
Halogenides
Oxides and Hydroxides
Nitrates, Carbonates and Borates
Sulphates, Chromates, Molybdates and Tungstates
Phosphates, Arsenates and Vanadates
Silicates
Other Minerals
Glossary
Index
Native Elements
Sulphides
Halogenides
Oxides and Hydroxides
Nitrates, Carbonates and Borates
Sulphates, Chromates, Molybdates and Tungstates
Phosphates, Arsenates and Vanadates
Silicates
Other Minerals
Glossary
Index