This book presents an insightful look into the structure and composition of coal, formed from layers of plant life that thrived millions of years before the present day . The author examines the alternating bright and dull bands so familiar in coal, unlocking their secrets. Through groundbreaking research, the author reveals that the bright bands are composed of the remains of woody tissues, while the dull bands are derived from more finely divided plant substances. A comprehensive analysis of the components of coal, their origins, and the processes that transformed them over time, this book sheds new light on the formation and characteristics of this essential fossil fuel. Its insights are not only valuable to geologists and scientists but also to anyone interested in the natural world.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents an insightful look into the structure and composition of coal, formed from layers of plant life that thrived millions of years before the present day . The author examines the alternating bright and dull bands so familiar in coal, unlocking their secrets. Through groundbreaking research, the author reveals that the bright bands are composed of the remains of woody tissues, while the dull bands are derived from more finely divided plant substances. A comprehensive analysis of the components of coal, their origins, and the processes that transformed them over time, this book sheds new light on the formation and characteristics of this essential fossil fuel. Its insights are not only valuable to geologists and scientists but also to anyone interested in the natural world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780243274048_0
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