The Collector S Guide To Silicate Crystal Structures

Author : R. J. Lauf
Publisher : Schiffer Pub Limited
Page : 95 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Science
ISBN : 0764335790

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The Collector's Guide to Silicate Crystal Structures by R. J. Lauf Pdf

Over 140 color photos, diagrams, and text reveal the crystal structures, habits, names, and changing family relationships of silicate crystals. This thorough guide provides an introduction to crystallography, the current classification of silicate structures, and reviews orthosilicates, disilicates, chain silicates, sheet silicates, and framework silicates. Explore different ways the silicate tetrahedron can be arranged and great diversity of structures that result. Crystal structure is presented with drawings of ideal crystal forms and photographs of real crystals. In this way, mineral collectors can better understand the interplay between atomic arrangements and external habits, and ultimately develop an eye for recognizing crystal symmetry. This book is a must for all serious collectors of minerals.

Author : R. J. Lauf
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2017
Category : Silicates
ISBN : 0764352865

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Collector's Guide to Silicates by R. J. Lauf Pdf

The definitive resource for mineral collectors, this comprehensive book describes the structural relationships among orthosilicateminerals, known for their hardness and brilliant colors, and the geological conditions that create prized specimens. It is illustrated with nearly 500 structure diagrams, color photos, and electron micrographs that will help collectors appreciate the minerals already in their collection, build a collection with greater depth, and find additional information. A web link allows readers to view the crystal structuresin three dimensions for a richer appreciation of their details, and an extensive bibliography includes easily accessible references ranging from foundational literature to reports on current scientific research.

Author : Robert Lauf
Publisher : Schiffer Publishing
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2017
Category : SCIENCE
ISBN : 0764354361

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Collector's Guide to Silicates by Robert Lauf Pdf

This book explains the structural relationships among di- and ringsilicate minerals, known for their hardness and brilliant colors, and the geological conditions that create the beautiful crystals prized by collectors. The minerals are arranged systematically to emphasize how they fit into structural groups, and generously illustrated with nearly 600 structure diagrams, color photos, and drawings. An extensive bibliography includes a broad range of easily accessible references ranging from the foundational literature and original species descriptions to reports on current scientific research.

Author : R. J. Lauf
Publisher : Schiffer Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Axinite
ISBN : 0764332163

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Collector's Guide to the Axinite Group by R. J. Lauf Pdf

The axinite group of rock-formed minerals is well known to collectors through the spectacularly sharp crystals collected in quantity at Dal'negorsk and Puiva in Russia and at Tomas and other localities in Pakistan. Axinites are occasionally cut as gems. This concise monograph provides an up-to-date review of the group, incorporating recent changes to the names of three axinite species. The book is illustrated with over 90 full-color photographs of representative specimens. After a brief introduction, the text provides an explanation of the chemistry and taxonomy of the group and an illustration of the crystal structure and morphologies of real crystals. Detailed entries for each mineral provide information on notable localities and full-color photos wherever possible, so that readers can see what good specimens look like and which minerals one might expect to find in association with axinites. This book is a must for mineral collectors everywhere.

Author : R. J. Lauf
Publisher : Schiffer Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 0764341618

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Collector's Guide to Quartz and Other Silica Minerals by R. J. Lauf Pdf

Quartz is prized by both mineral collectors and lapidary artists. Over 130 vivid photographs of these beautiful minerals are presented to show each mineral in its geological context. Superb examples are found in diverse geological settings from pegmatites to Alpine clefts and hydrothermal veins. The silica minerals are chemically simple, yet structurally complicated. Several high temperature and high pressure polymorphs are known. In addition to the polymorphs of silica, this book treats related minerals, including: lechatelierite, opal, and two natural clathrates, chibaite and melanophlogite. After a brief introduction, the general treatment explains the chemistry and taxonomy of the group. A section on their formation and geochemistry describes the kinds of environments where these minerals are formed. Then, entries for each mineral provide locality information and full-color photos so that collectors can see what good specimens look like and which minerals one might expect to find in association with them. An extensive bibliography is also provided.

Author : Bernard Zinszner,Francois-Marie Pellerin
Publisher : Editions TECHNIP
Page : 420 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Science
ISBN : 2710808994

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A Geoscientist's Guide to Petrophysics by Bernard Zinszner,Francois-Marie Pellerin Pdf

Geoscientists and Engineers taking an interest in Petrophysics, are struck by the contrasting treatment of the Physics Aspects and the Geology Aspects. If we are to scale up isolated petrophysical observations to an entire oil reservoir or an aquifer, it is essential to implement the powerful extrapolation tool of geological interpretation. This is clearly based on a good understanding of the relations between the petrophysical parameters studied and the petrological characteristics of the rock considered. The book is divided into two sections of different size. The first section (by far the largest) describes the various petrophysical properties of rocks. Each property is defined, limiting the mathematical formulation to the strict minimum but emphasising the geometrical and therefore petrological parameters governing this property. The second section concentrates on methodological problems and concerns, above all, the representativeness of the measurements and the size effects. The notions of Representative Elementary Volume, Homogeneity, Anisotropy, RockType, etc. provide a better understanding of the problems of up-scaling (Plug, Core, Log Analysis, Well Test). Lastly, we provide a description of several Porous Network investigation methods:Thin section, Pore Cast, Visualization of capillary properties, X-ray tomography.

Author : Rachel Newcombe
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2023-12-12
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781667200835

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Natural Remedies Guide by Rachel Newcombe Pdf

"From tried and tested traditional herbal preparations and soothing and uplifting aroma blends, to ancient crystals and modern superfoods, this book contains a plethora of ideas for intriguing remedies you could use for aiding basic body and mind care"--

Author : James R. Tindall,Roger Thornhill
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 268 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 1975
Category : Nature
ISBN : UOM:39015006152808

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The Collector's Guide to Rocks & Minerals by James R. Tindall,Roger Thornhill Pdf

Author : James R. Wilson
Publisher : Utah Geological Survey
Page : 156 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781557913364

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A Collector's Guide to Rock, Mineral, & Fossil Localities of Utah by James R. Wilson Pdf

With the tremendous growth of population in this and neighboring states, there are more collectors than ever before and with the rapidly escalating prices for mineral and fossil specimens in the retail market, there is a great demand for displayable material. It has become necessary for professional geologists, hobby collectors, and commercial collectors to recognize each others existence and to try to work together within a framework of regulation, courtesy, and common sense so that material of scientific value is not lost and undue restrictions are not placed upon collecting. There is a continuing need for collectors and professionals to work together with resource managers and legislators to develop workable laws and rules affecting the collecting of minerals and fossils. This publication contains details information about collecting areas, divided by county to make for ease of use. Each collecting area contains information about the minerals, rocks, or fossils present, map recommendations, and other helpful tips on getting to the sites.

Author : Lars Johnson
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2018-07-01
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781493019106

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Rockhounding Washington by Lars Johnson Pdf

This book provides detailed directions and GPS coordinates to the best rockhounding sites in Washington, with valuable tips on what to tools to bring and how to conduct your search. Comprehensive lists of minerals or fossils for each site and excellent color photos will help you know what to look for and to identify what you’ve found. Information on clubs, rock shops, museums, and special attractions are provided. Rockhounding Washington is a must-have for anyone interested in collecting their own minerals, gems, and fossils in the region.

Author : Wilhelm Eitel
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 838 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2012-12-02
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780323142274

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Silicate Structures and dispersion system by Wilhelm Eitel Pdf

Silicate Science, Volume VI: Silicate Structures and Dispersoid Systems reviews the advances made in silicate research from 1960 through 1970, with emphasis on X-ray diffraction methods, their theory, and the refinements of special silicate structures, particularly of natural silicate minerals or of synthetic products. The Zolati systematics of silicate crystal structures are used in this treatise, along with the principle of a systematics after the "sharing coefficients." Comprised of three sections, this volume begins with an overview of the progress made in infrared and Raman spectroscopy as well as the Mössbauer nuclear paramagnetic resonance method. Advances in experimental techniques applicable to crystal structure problems and crystal chemistry are highlighted, together with research in isomorphism, isotypism, polymorphism, and the epitaxis phenomena. The next section deals with clay minerals and considers the refined physical-chemical methods used for their identification, chiefly by infrared spectroscopy. Structures, adsorption, and base exchange reactions of clay minerals with inorganic and organic compounds are analyzed. The final section is devoted to silica and silicate dispersoid systems and the many advances made in electron microscopy, especially in the Castaing electron microprobe method. This book will be of interest to mineralogists, chemists, and crystallographers.

Author : U.S. Atomic Energy Commission
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 1961
Category : Science
ISBN : UOM:39015095047265

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Translation Title List and Cross Reference Guide by U.S. Atomic Energy Commission Pdf

Author : Dan R. Lynch,Bob Lynch
Publisher : Adventure Publications
Page : 446 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2021-11-16
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781647550592

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Lake Superior Rocks & Minerals Field Guide by Dan R. Lynch,Bob Lynch Pdf

This must-have guide for Michigan, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Ontario features full-color photographs and information to help readers identify rocks and minerals. Get the perfect guide to rocks and minerals of the Lake Superior region! With the new edition of this famous guide by Bob Lynch and Dan R. Lynch, field identification is simple and informative. This book features comprehensive entries for 75 rocks and minerals, from common rocks to rare finds. That means you’re more likely to identify what you’ve found. The authors know rocks and took their own full-color photographs to depict the detail needed for identification—no more guessing from line drawings. The entries are organized by area, so you can find rocks unique to each state or common to all three. The field guide’s easy-to-use format helps you to quickly find what you need to know and where to look. Inside you’ll find: 75 specimens of the Lake Superior region Quick Identification Guide: Identify rocks and minerals by color and common characteristics Range/occurrence maps to show where each specimen is commonly found Professional photos: Crisp, stunning images This second edition includes updated photographs, expanded information, and even more of the authors’ expert insights. With this book in hand, identifying and collecting is fun and informative.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 1959
Category : Geology
ISBN : MINN:31951000577923P

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Geologic Report Series by Anonim Pdf

Author : Frederick H. Pough
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 558 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 039591096X

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A Field Guide to Rocks and Minerals by Frederick H. Pough Pdf

Describes hundreds of minerals and lists their geographic distribution, physical properties, chemical composition, and crystalline structure.