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Third Appendix to the Sixth Edition of Dana's System of Mineralogy (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

James Dwight Dana; Edward Salisbury Dana; William Ebenezer Ford

 
9780260107718: Third Appendix to the Sixth Edition of Dana's System of Mineralogy (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Concise update to Dana’s System of Mineralogy

Explore the Third Appendix, a compact, focused addition that completes the work through 1915. It's a practical reference for students and professionals needing the latest mineral entries and crystallography notes without reworking the whole text.

This edition summarizes six active years of mineralogical progress, including hundreds of new mineral names and the rise of X-ray crystallography as a study tool. The material is presented briefly and clearly, with careful notes on new forms and important references.
  • Includes the period covered (1909–1915) and its impact on mineral naming.
  • Highlights the role of X-ray studies in understanding crystal structure.
  • Provides a streamlined treatment that complements the previous editions.
  • Contains a short bibliography to guide further reading.
Ideal for readers of the original work seeking a focused update, students, and professionals needing a compact reference to developments up to 1915.

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