A Handbook of Rocks, for Use Without the Microscope: With a Glossary of the Names of Rocks and of Other Lithological Terms (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover
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Master this field guide to rocks with clear, practical explanations of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks.
This edition emphasizes accessible language and real-world examples, helping readers identify rocks in the field without a microscope.
This handbook blends descriptive textures, chemical analyses, and illustrated classifications to aid practical rock work. It also includes a comprehensive glossary of rock names and lithological terms, drawing on American rock types to make the material more relatable for readers outside of Europe.- Plain-language explanations of rock textures and classifications for beginners
- Field-oriented guidance on igneous, aqueous, eolian, and metamorphic rocks
- Diagrams and analyses that illustrate how chemical composition shapes mineralogy
- A thorough glossary to demystify lithological terminology
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