Excerpt from Minerals in Rock Sections: The Practical Methods of Identifying Minerals in Rock Sections With the Microscope; Especially Arranged for Students in Technical and Scientific Schools
In preparing the revised edition, Chapters I. And IV. Have been rewritten and enlarged and the part relating to the determination of the plagioclases has been greatly amplified. Many additions have also been made to Chapter III. And the Becke method, for the determination of the relative indices of refraction of minerals, has been given in detail.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides an accessible introduction to optical mineralogy for students and enthusiasts. It covers the basic concepts of optical mineralogy, using polarized light microscopy to identify minerals in rock sections. The author starts with an overview of optics and light before delving into the details of optical mineralogy. The book also includes a discussion of the use of convergent light microscopy to determine the optical orientation of minerals, as well as a chapter on the use of chemical and mechanical tests to identify minerals. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about optical mineralogy, and is sure to be a popular choice for students and professionals alike. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331908470_0
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