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Structure in Paleozoic Bituminous Coals - Softcover

Reinhardt Thiessen

 
9780243274048: Structure in Paleozoic Bituminous Coals

Synopsis

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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