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Master the basics of rock and mineral study with practical, field‑tested methods.
This edition guides you through the essential apparatus, preparation, and examination techniques needed for solid petrological work. It emphasizes a practical approach: start with simple tools, then progress to more advanced instruments as you gain experience, with clear guidance on how to use them and interpret what you see.
Readers will get a grounded introduction to the disciplines that support petrology, including geology, chemistry, physics, and mineralogy. The book also explains how to select and use equipment, how to prepare samples, and how to carry out microscopic and chemical observations in a realistic lab setting. Real‑world notes and references are included to help you build foundational skills before tackling more complex topics.
- Step‑by‑step guidance for microscopic examination and sample preparation.
- Practical methods for determining specific gravity and handling common lab apparatus.
- Illustrative discussions of minerals such as quartz, calcite, dolomite, and apatite with their optical behaviors in polarized light.
- Tips on field readiness, including the value of geological maps and portable tools for beginners.
Ideal for readers new to petrology and mineralogy, or anyone building a solid, hands‑on foundation in rock‑forming minerals.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book, an invaluable text for students of geology, provides clear guidance on identifying the chief rock-forming minerals. Written to reduce the dependence on seeking advice from experts, the author explains which apparatus and methods are required for microscopic analysis of rock samples. The author emphasizes principles relating to specific gravity, fusibility, flame reactions, and the use of the microscope. As well as providing practical guidance, the book presents the principles of crystallography and polarization, in order to aid interpretation of the optical properties of minerals. This book has remained an essential reference and companion guide to students of optical mineralogy and petrology for well over a century. 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 # 9781332240371_0
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