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Author : Walter Schumann
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:60006364
Author : Walter Schumann
Publisher : Collins
Page : 380 pages
File Size : 42,9 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 : Adrian Jones
Publisher : Harper Perennial
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2006-04-04
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0060849835
Easy-to-use introductory illustrated guidesto discovering the natural world Rocks and Minerals covers 220 commonly found types of rock, mineral, and gemstone throughout the world. This pocket-size guide is the ideal companion for beginner geologists and contains practical advice and information for those wanting to further their interests. Full-color photographs illustrate each type of rock or mineral, including their crystalline structure or other identification features Information on distribution, chemical composition, hardness, color, and texture Detailed description and ID Fact File offers key identification information at a glance
Author : Walter Schumann
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 390 pages
File Size : 46,6 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 : Walter Schumann
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company Incorporated
Page : 319 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Science
ISBN : 1454909536
Provides detailed information regarding the physical characteristics and unique traits of more than eighteen hundred precious and semiprecious stones, as well as discussing gemstone structure, production, name origin, and symbolism.
Author : Henry Russell,Chris Pellant
Publisher : Thunder Bay Press (CA)
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Minerals
ISBN : 1571455620
A look at 294 different rocks, minerals, and gemstones. Each entry describes where the material is found, what it is made of, and how it is used.
Author : Cally Oldershaw
Publisher : Harper Perennial
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2006-10-24
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0060890622
A fully illustrated guide to gemstones Striking full-color photographs Detailed descriptions of each stone Additional artwork showing identifying features Published in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, America's foremost authority in history and science.
Author : Michael O'Donoghue
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0831763892
Author : Paul R. Shaffer,Herbert S. Zim
Publisher : Golden Guides from St. Martin's Press
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 53,7 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 : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 732 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Aeronautics
ISBN : UOM:39015047891356
Author : Charles A. Sorrell,George F. Sandstrom
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 1977
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:917935746
Author : Adrian P. Jones
Publisher : HarperAudio
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Mineralogy
ISBN : 0002201771
Covering 240 commonly-found types of rock, mineral and gemstone throughout the world, Wild Guide Rocks and Minerals is the perfect introduction to this popular subject. Author Adrian Jones is a lecturer at University College London, and as well as having a wealth of academic experience, has also contributed to a number of books. He is keen to see a beginners' guide that is relevant not only to the general public, but also to first-year undergraduates and other students of Geology, Earth Science and Engineering. Many of the institution offering these subjects have a list that students have to learn by heart -- Wild Guide Rocks & Minerals will cover these lists. Each type of rock or mineral is illustrated with a stunning full-colour photograph. Additional artwork may show the crystalline structure or other identification features. There is a description of each rock or mineral type which includes information on distribution, chemical composition, hardness, colour and texture, and an ID Fact File that offers information at a glance. There is also the opportunity to raise the public's awareness of Special Sites of Scientific Interest (SSSIs), many of which exist to protect endangered s
Author : Walter Schumann
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Minerals
ISBN : 9781402753398
It's the classic work revised and updated! Identify over 500 of the most collectible minerals quickly and easily with this fully photographed field guide. And this new reissue makes identification easier, with new cleavability ratings for each entry alongside the handy classifications based on streak colour, Mohs' hardness and specific gravity. A complete introductory discussion of mineral forms and properties explains the essential criteria for recognition, and each of the hundreds of minerals (from Ankerite to Zinwaldite) is accompanied by information on its fracture, luster, chemical formula, aggregates, distinguishing characteristics and localities.
Author : John Farndon
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 120 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Gems
ISBN : 1784936472
Introduces special rocks and pictures many different gems and gives brief information about each one.
Author : David Cook,Wendy L. Kirk
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Mineralogy
ISBN : 1592237355
Full-color, illustrated photographs of 300 different minerals and gemstones including copper, gold, and silver; and provides information on color, luster, streak, hardness, specific gravity, cleavage, habit, and crystal system.