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Author : Rupert Hochleitner
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2019
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0228102286
"The practical and comprehensive on-the-go nature guide."--Page [4] of cover.
Author : Walter Schumann
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 390 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0395511372
Contains descriptions and photographs of approximately six hundred minerals, rocks, and meteorites, providing information about the history, origin, structure, composition, properties, classification, and location of each specimen.
Author : Devin Dennie
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 98 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2017-07-11
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781465494511
A stunning visual reference book for little geologists who love to find fascinating rocks all around them. Identify colorful gemstones, sparkly crystals, the toughest rocks, and ancient fossils. Packed with fun facts, information, and extensive photos all about the rocks and minerals that make up the world around us. Interactive learning that engages young scholarly minds. Learn about 64 different types of rocks and minerals, how to tell the difference between them and where to find them. Dig into all the interesting geological materials from deep space to the deepest caves. You’ll even discover glow in the dark minerals and living gems! Find out about the stuff our world is made of, and how rocks and minerals form over time. This captivating book introduces children to hands-on science with fun activities like starting your own impressive rock collection and how to stay safe on your rock finding missions. Written for kids aged 6 to 9 with bite-sized information and explanations. The easy-to-understand language gives them a rock-solid foundation for science subjects. The geology book includes the phonetic pronunciation of the rock and mineral names so your little one will sound like a rock expert in no time. Rockin’ It With Stones And Minerals • Stunning high-quality photographs. • Inspiring activities for little Earth scientists. • Over 64 types of rocks, their properties, and how they are formed.
Author : Paul R. Shaffer,Herbert S. Zim
Publisher : Golden Guides from St. Martin's Press
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2014-02-25
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781466864825
This eBook is best viewed on a color device. This handy identification guide to the most common kinds of rocks and minerals offers concise and fascinating information on: - Physical and chemical properties - Origins and geologic significance - Gems and semiprecious stones - How to find and collect specimens Illustrated in full color throughout, Rocks, Gems and Minerals is a gem of a guide for rockhounds and mineral collectors!
Author : Florence Bullough,Amy Ball
Publisher : Wide Eyed Editions
Page : 99 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2019-08-06
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781786038739
Learn everything you ever wanted to know about rocks and minerals in this stunning book. Discover space rocks, gemstones, metals, volcanoes, world wonders and more. With out-of-this-world artwork from Anna Alanko and expert content written by two geologists, this is the book all rock-crazy kids need.
Author : Ra Bonewitz
Publisher : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Fossils
ISBN : 0751344001
From glittering gemstones to fascinating minerals and fossils, this incredible reference book is a stunning celebration of the Earth s buried treasures. Specially commissioned photography captures the essence and beauty of over 450 superb specimens, while lively and informative text describes the characteristics of each and its unique and changing relationship to humankind through the ages. Organized by rock classes and chemical groups, each rock, mineral, and fossil entry contains a photograph of the specimen together with lively, wide-ranging text describing its qualities and history of use. In addition, a detailed, at-a-glance reference panel provides key data for identification and classification.
Author : Margaret Ann Lembo
Publisher : Llewellyn Worldwide
Page : 458 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780738732527
Improve your life on all levels--mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually--with this essential reference guide to 160 easily-procured crystals, minerals, and stones. Packed with practical knowledge and 190 beautiful full-color photos, this easy-to-use handbook will teach you all about the gemstone world. Each page provides you with concise information: stone name and properties, color, corresponding chakra, planet, element, zodiac sign, numerological association, and mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual uses. Margaret Ann Lembo's metaphysical crystal directory will also give you Mohs scale ratings, divinatory meanings, and a series of positive affirmations for each stone. Learn how to charge, cleanse, and use gemstones in healing grids, plus how to use them as oracles for personal development and spiritual awakening. Praise: "When energetically used with the understandings and tips provided in this A-Z essential guide, all good things are possible. Your 'everything' go-to for crystals!"--Cyndi Dale, bestselling author of The Complete Book of Chakra Healing and Beyond Soul Mates "A must-have guide for anyone who even enjoys picking up rocks. Her straight-from-the-hip approach is matched by her passion, love and knowledge of each and every geode, multifaceted crystal, and everything in between."--Joan Ranquet, author of Communication with All Life
Author : W. Dan Hausel
Publisher : Createspace Independent Pub
Page : 370 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2014-09-25
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1502513889
Follow in the footsteps of successful gem and gold hunters and search the hills for rough diamonds, colored gemstones, lapidary minerals, precious metals and interesting minerals and rocks. Written for the geoscientist, prospector and rockhound; the first part of the book focuses on physical characteristics of gems and minerals. This is supplemented with the second part of the book that describes dozens upon dozens of colored gem, diamond, gold, mineral and rock localities using the Public Land Survey System and GPS coordinates so the reader can visit these sites on a home computer with aerial and satellite imagery to gain an understanding of what to look for in the field. With these same coordinates, the reader can visit some occurrences, deposits and areas suggested for prospecting to further their gem hunter prospecting education and potentially lead to new discoveries. Now you can learn what to look for when searching for Mother Nature's treasure.
Author : John Farndon
Publisher : Australian Geographic
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2017-01-10
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1742459404
The definitive guide to rocks, minerals and gems, this title includes an introduction to rocks and minerals and how they form, and a quick guide to what you need and where to look. There is also a complete guide to identifying rocks and minerals and everything you need to know to start building a collection. Packed with fun facts and practical ......
Author : James Bassett,Whitman Publishing
Publisher : Whitman Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Meteorites
ISBN : 0794825559
This engaging reference introduces you to the art, science, and hobby of collecting minerals, rocks, and gemstones. High-resolution photographs identify hundreds of beautiful specimens that can be found in the United States and throughout the world. Features include: How to start collecting, Organizing and displaying your collection, Working in the field, Standard equipment, Field safety, Buying from dealers and much more.
Author : Jaroslav Bauer
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 1989
Category : Mineralogy
ISBN : OCLC:1280840785
Author : Garret Romaine
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 177 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2020-05-01
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781493046850
Rocks, Gems, and Minerals of the Rocky Mountains is a field guide to more than 130 of the most common and sought-after rocks, gems, and minerals hidden throughout the Rocky Mountains. Conveniently sized to fit in your pocket and featuring full-color, detailed photographs, this informative guide makes it easy to identify rocks in your backyard and beyond. Also included is an introduction that covers fundamental geology information and interesting facts. This is the essential source when you're out in the field, both informative and beautiful to peruse.
Author : Walter Schumann
Publisher : Collins
Page : 380 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Mineralogy
ISBN : 0002199092
A guide to the major rocks, minerals and gemstones found in Europe. It contains an introduction to the basics of mineralogy, followed by a list of the general features of a rock that can be used in its identification. It also explains how to tell the basic difference between an igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary rock, allowing quick reference to the major identification sections for each of these classes. In these will be found comprehensive descriptions of each rock or mineral, with details of its composition, hardness, specific gravity, colour, fracture, cleavage, streak, lustre, transparency and crystal system, as well as notes on how it is formed and where it might be found, both in the UK and in the rest of the world.
Author : Frederick H. Pough
Publisher : Boston : Houghton Mifflin
Page : 440 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 1976
Category : Mineralogy, Determinative
ISBN : UOM:39076001888333
A guidebook to rocks and minerals.
Author : James Lagomarsino
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Minerals
ISBN : 1407587471