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Geological Survey: Notes on Radium-Bearing Minerals (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Wyatt Malcolm

 
9781332170227: Geological Survey: Notes on Radium-Bearing Minerals (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Discover how uranium and vanadium minerals are found and tested in the real world.

This concise guide explains the key minerals, practical field tests, and the geological settings where radium-bearing ores occur.

This edition compiles practical descriptions of minerals such as carnotite, autunite, and chalcolite, with clear notes on their appearance, chemistry, and how they behave in common tests. It also outlines simple field instruments and steps for screening samples, plus cautions about handling and interpretation. Rich in location-based insights, the text shows how ore deposits relate to granite and related igneous rocks, with regional examples from North America and Europe.
  • Identify main uranium-bearing minerals by color, luster, and simple field indicators.
  • Learn practical tests, including electroscopes and scintilloscopes, and how to interpret results.
  • Understand the typical geological settings that host radium-bearing ores.
  • Explore representative ore occurrences across Portugal, Colorado, Joachimsthal, Utah, and Canada.
Ideal for readers curious about the science and history of uranium minerals, mining, and prospecting, this edition provides approachable explanations and real-world context.

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9780364949498: Geological Survey: Notes on Radium-Bearing Minerals (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10:  036494949X ISBN 13:  9780364949498
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018
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