Rocks and Minerals (Collins Wild Guide) - Softcover

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Jones, Adrian

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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

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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

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9780002201773: Rocks and Minerals: Collins Wild Guide

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ISBN 10:  0002201771 ISBN 13:  9780002201773
Publisher: Harpercollins Pub Ltd, 2000
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