Texas Rocks A Guide To Gems Minerals And Crystals

Author : David Trexler,Quick Reference Publishing
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2020-02
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1732875251

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Texas Rocks a Guide to Gems, Minerals and Crystals by David Trexler,Quick Reference Publishing Pdf

Texas Rocks is a colorful quick identification guide to rocks and minerals in the State. Identification of rocks and minerals is based on color, hardness, crystal shape, and unique features. The guide provides brief descriptions of the types of rocks, differences between rocks and minerals, and mineral groupings. While accurate identification of rocks and minerals often requires extensive laboratory techniques, many are easily identified by unique combinations of the features listed above. The rocks and minerals in this guide have been chosen specifically because they are either unique to Texas or commonly available and easily identified. This waterproof, pocket-sized quick reference also contains information on proper collection and documentation of specimens you may find, and rules and regulations concerning such activities. Collectors of every level will find this information helpful. This guide is a must-have for anyone who wants a quick and easy way to identify rocks and mineral

Author : Roselle M. Girard
Publisher : anboco
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2016-09-25
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9783736416499

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Texas Rocks and Minerals by Roselle M. Girard Pdf

Earth's outer crust Geologists Time and rock units Geologic map What are rocks and minerals? Chemical elements Minerals Rocks Igneous rocks Extrusive or volcanic igneous rocks Intrusive igneous rocks Sedimentary rocks Soils Sedimentary rock materials in broken fragments Sedimentary rock materials in solution Cementing materials and chemical sediments Sedimentary rocks formed by plants and animals Metamorphic rocks Static metamorphism Contact metamorphism Dynamic metamorphism Occurrence and properties of minerals How minerals occur Crystalline minerals Crystals Imperfect crystals Amorphous minerals Some distinguishing properties of minerals Color Luster Transmission of light Hardness Streak or powder Cleavage Parting Fracture Specific gravity Effervescence in acid Some special occurrences of minerals Cave deposits Concretions Geodes Petrified wood Collecting rocks and minerals Rock and mineral identification charts How to use the mineral identification charts Key to mineral identification charts Mineral identification charts How to use the rock identification charts Rock identification charts Descriptions of some Texas rocks and minerals Anhydrite Asbestos Barite Basalt Calcite Cassiterite Celestite Cinnabar Clay Copper minerals (chalcocite, chalcopyrite, malachite, azurite) Dolomite Feldspar Fluorite Galena Garnet Gneiss Gold Granite Graphite Gypsum Halite Hematite Limestone Limonite Llanite Magnetite Manganese minerals (braunite, hollandite, pyrolusite) Marble Mica Obsidian and vitrophyre Opal Pegmatite Pyrite Quartz Quartzite Rhyolite Sand and sandstone Schist Serpentine Shale Silver minerals (argentite, cerargyrite, native silver) Sulfur Talc and soapstone Topaz Tourmaline Uranium minerals (carnotite, uranophane, pitchblende) Volcanic ash (pumicite) Composition, hardness, and specific gravity of some Texas minerals Books about rocks and minerals Nontechnical books for beginners Textbooks and other reference books Selected references on Texas rocks and minerals

Author : Walter Schumann
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 390 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0395511372

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Handbook of Rocks, Minerals, and Gemstones by Walter Schumann Pdf

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 : David Trexler,Quick Reference Publishing
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2020-03-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 173287526X

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California Rocks a Guide to Gems, Minerals and Crystals by David Trexler,Quick Reference Publishing Pdf

California Rocks is a colorful quick identification guide to rocks and minerals in California. While accurate identification of rocks and minerals often requires extensive laboratory techniques, many are easily identified by unique combinations of features. This guide bases identification of rocks and minerals on color, hardness, crystal shape, and unique features. The rocks and minerals in this guide have been chosen specifically because they are either unique to California or commonly available and easily identified. The guide also provides brief descriptions of the different classes of rocks, differences between rocks and minerals, and accepted mineral groupings. This waterproof, pocket-sized quick reference also contains information on proper collection and documentation of specimens you may find, and rules and regulations concerning such activities. Collectors of every level will find this information helpful. This guide is a must-have for anyone who wants a quick and easy way t

Author : Roselle Girard
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:733697655

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Texas Rocks and Minerals : An Amateur's Guide by Roselle Girard Pdf

Author : Eric R. Swanson
Publisher : Texas A&M University Press
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0890966826

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Geo-Texas by Eric R. Swanson Pdf

Geo-Texas succeeds in bringing together astronomy, geology, meteorology, oceanography, and environmental studies in a highly informative, one-of-a-kind guide to Earth sciences in the Lone Star State. Eric R. Swanson draws on the latest scientific findings in treating the natural history of Texas from the oldest known rock, through the age of the dinosaurs, to the geologic present, from the early development of Texas' water and land resources to the current crisis of environmental pollution. In examining Texas natural sciences-and the abiding connection between Texans and their physical surroundings-Geo-Texas is engagingly anecdotal and draws freely on the wry humor with which Texans have always observed and regarded their environment. Entertaining accounts of natural phenomena, such as a meteorite scoring a direct hit on a swimming pool and a Texas twister sweeping up a farmer and returning him to earth unharmed, supplement the scholarship in each chapter to show how cultural and scientific issues converge. Students and teachers of Texas Earth science will find Geo-Texas indispensable. With more than eighty illustrations and valuable appendices listing rock hound clubs, Earth science organizations, and points of interest throughout the state, Geo-Texas will also appeal to the general reader and serve as the Earth science guide for lovers of Texas and its multifaceted environment.

Author : Kathy J. Rygle,Stephen F. Pederson
Publisher : Turner Publishing Company
Page : 221 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2011-06-01
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9780943763811

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Southeast Treasure Hunter's Gem & Mineral Guide (5th Edition) by Kathy J. Rygle,Stephen F. Pederson Pdf

Updated 5th Edition with new sites & museums! Learn Where & How to Dig, Pan and Mine Your Own Gems & Minerals SOUTHEAST Alabama • Arkansas • Florida • Georgia • Kentucky • Louisiana • Mississippi • Missouri • North Carolina • South Carolina • Tennessee • Virginia • West Virginia Whether you’re digging for the first time or are an experienced rockhound or “prospector,” with a simple rock hammer and a little luck, you too can strike it rich ... or at the very least, have fun trying. This guide offers you easy-to-use information on the ins and outs of “fee dig” mining, complete with locations, costs, tips on technique, entertaining legends and important information on everything from safety kits to the location of the nearest restrooms. Included are resources for use in identifying your finds, exploring the lapidary arts, and further pursuing an exciting—and possibly profitable—hobby. Equipment and Clothing: What you need and where to find it (or how to make it yourself). Mining Techniques: Step-by-step instructions on panning for gold, sluicing for gems and other methods. Gem and Mineral Sites: Directions and maps, hours, fees and equipment needed. Also includes info on guide services, local camping facilities and more. Museums and Mine Tours: Where to visit commercial and historical mines, as well as museums with exhibits of gems and minerals (for help in learning what to look for). Special Events and Tourist Information: Listings of regional events involving gems and minerals, and sources of general travel and tourism information for every state. Other Features: Where to find your birthstone ... your anniversary stone ... your zodiac stone; Index by State; Index by Gem/Mineral; U.S. State Gems & Minerals Chart; and more!

Author : Margaret Ann Lembo
Publisher : Llewellyn Worldwide
Page : 458 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780738732527

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The Essential Guide to Crystals, Minerals and Stones by Margaret Ann Lembo Pdf

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 : Michael O'Donoghue
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0831763892

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An Illustrated Guide to Rocks & Minerals by Michael O'Donoghue Pdf

Author : Quick Reference Publishing
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2021-05
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1954018088

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Rocks & Minerals of the Northern Rockies a Guide to Gems, Minerals and Crystals by Quick Reference Publishing Pdf

Author : Rosie Hankin
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Crystals
ISBN : 1865050563

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Rocks, Crystals & Minerals by Rosie Hankin Pdf

Concise description of each rock, crystal and mineral, with at-a-glance information on composition and physical properties.

Author : Kathy J. Rygle
Publisher : Turner Publishing Company
Page : 235 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2011-06-01
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 9780943763798

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Southwest Treasure Hunter's Gem and Mineral Guide (5th ed.) by Kathy J. Rygle Pdf

Updated 5th Edition with new sites & museums! SOUTHWEST Arizona • California • Colorado • Hawaii • Kansas Nevada • New Mexico • Oklahoma • Texas • Utah Whether you’re digging for the first time or are an experienced rockhound or “prospector,” with a simple rock hammer and a little luck, you too can strike it rich ... or at the very least, have fun trying. This guide offers you easy-to-use information on the ins and outs of “fee dig” mining, complete with locations, costs, tips on technique, entertaining legends and important information on everything from safety kits to the location of the nearest restrooms. Included are resources for use in identifying your finds, exploring the lapidary arts, and further pursuing an exciting—and possibly profitable—hobby. • Equipment and Clothing • Mining Techniques • Gem and Mineral Sites • Museums and Mine Tours • Special Events and Tourist Information • Other Features The Treasure Hunter’s Gem & Mineral Guides to the U.S.A. in 4 regional volumes: Northeast ISBN: 978-0-943763-76-7 Northwest ISBN: 978-0-943763-74-3 Southeast ISBN: 978-0-943763-77-4 Southwest ISBN: 978-0-943763-75-0 Kathy J. Rygle & Stephen F. Pedersen combine their scientific training with a hobbyist’s passion. Lifelong rockhounds, both authors have shared this hobby—begun with their parents—with their children, and have traveled to many “fee dig” sites, museums and mine tours across the United States.

Author : Garret Romaine
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 177 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2015-09-01
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781493014828

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Rocks, Gems, and Minerals by Garret Romaine Pdf

Rocks, Gems, and Minerals is a field guide to more than 100 of the most common and sought-after rocks, gems, and minerals hidden throughout North America. 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 : Roselle M. Girard
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 109 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 1964-02
Category : Mineralogy
ISBN : 197000732X

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Texas Rocks and Minerals by Roselle M. Girard Pdf

Guide for school children, amateur collectors, and others beginning to develop an interest in the rocks and minerals of Texas.

Author : Devin Dennie
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 98 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2017-07-11
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781465494511

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My Book of Rocks and Minerals by Devin Dennie Pdf

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.