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A Handbook of Rocks, for Use Without the Microscope - Softcover

With A Glossary Of The Names Of Rocks And Of Other Lithological Terms

 
9781331899457: A Handbook of Rocks, for Use Without the Microscope

Synopsis

This book is a handbook of rocks designed to introduce beginners to the subject of rocks and their formation without the need for a microscope. The author, aiming the book at beginners, uses accessible language to introduce the building blocks of rocks – minerals, their chemical composition, and the principles of classification – before moving on to the various types of rocks – igneous, aqueous, and metamorphic. The author presents readers with straightforward context and fascinating observational facts without burdening them with over-complex mineralogical detail, making this book an excellent starting point for budding rock enthusiasts and students.

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