Methods in Practical Petrology: Hints on the Preparation and Examination of Rock Slices (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Henry B. Milner

9780332019246: Methods in Practical Petrology: Hints on the Preparation and Examination of Rock Slices (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0332019241 ISBN 13: 9780332019246

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2017

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Master practical rock slice prep and microchemical testing for real results.

This guide offers hands‑on procedures for staining, separating minerals, and mounting samples, helping you identify minerals and interpret rock texture with confidence.

The content focuses on the procedures used to prepare rock slices and detrital material, including staining techniques, microchemical tests, and the mounting of mineral concentrates. It emphasizes practical steps, tool use, and decision points that arise in the lab, with attention to avoiding distortion of delicate gelatinous materials and minimizing air bubbles.

Staining and microchemical tests to distinguish minerals such as felspars, calcite, dolomite, quartz, and carbonates.
Techniques for separating and identifying minerals in carbonate and detrital rocks, using acids, stains, and selective reagents.
Methods for mounting sands and crushed rock material, including heavy liquids and balsam mounting.
Guidance on handling and interpreting rock slices to understand rock history and composition.

Ideal for students and professionals who want practical, lab‑tested approaches to petrography and mineral identification.

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