Tables for the Determination of the Rock-Forming Minerals - Softcover

F. Lewinson-Lessing

 
9781331967446: Tables for the Determination of the Rock-Forming Minerals

Synopsis

This book will help you identify the minerals that make up rocks. Written for elementary students yet comprehensive enough for original research, this book steers clear of complex or overly technical language. Beginning with an indispensable overview of the equipment and methods for examining rock samples under a microscope, it then guides readers through key identification methods. An adept balance of general guidance and practical instruction makes it a valuable resource for students. The author's experience shines through with a system of identification that has been meticulously designed for the needs of students at every level. This book is an essential tool for any student of mineralogy or geology.

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