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Examination and Classification of Rocks for Road Building - Softcover

Including The Physical Properties Of Rocks With Reference To Their Mineral Composition And Structure

 
9781528026086: Examination and Classification of Rocks for Road Building

Synopsis

This book presents a detailed system to classify and test rocks for road building. The author takes the view that stone selection for road building requires scientific methods. This work provides a systemized method for analyzing rocks, both macroscopically and microscopically. These methods, developed and employed by the United States Department of Agriculture's Office of Public Roads, include the estimation of mineral constituents. The book provides the results of testing more than 1000 samples of rocks from the United States. It comprehensively overviews the subject and includes helpful illustrations to assist the reader in understanding the concepts presented.

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