Igneous Rocks, Vol. 2 of 2: Composition, Texture and Classification, Description and Occurrence (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Joseph P. Iddings

9780266259923: Igneous Rocks, Vol. 2 of 2: Composition, Texture and Classification, Description and Occurrence (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0266259928 ISBN 13: 9780266259923

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2017

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Explore the composition and world of igneous rocks through a rigorous, fact-driven framework.

This volume, the second in Joseph P. Iddings’s landmark two‑part study, surveys where igneous rocks occur and how they are described, measured, and classified. It emphasizes chemical analysis and mineral composition as the basis for understanding texture, origin, and distribution across the earth.

Igneous Rocks, Volume II: Description and Occurrence offers a detailed, reference‑style look at:

How scientists describe igneous rocks using qualitative and quantitative systems
The distribution of rock types across regions and the ideas behind petrographical provinces
The role of analyses and normative minerals in linking texture, chemistry, and mineral content
A grounded discussion of terminology, units, and the challenges of naming and classifying rocks

What you’ll experience:

Clear explanations of the methods used to describe igneous rocks
Examples of rock classifications and the reasoning behind them
A look at how regional geology informs rock occurrence
Historical context for the science and its evolving terminology

Ideal for students, professionals, and readers seeking a solid reference on rock description, classification, and global occurrence.
Igneous Rocks, Volume II: Description and Occurrence is a cornerstone for anyone building a foundation in petrology and regional geology, complementing hands‑on analyses with a broad, structured overview.

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