The essential reference for Texas rock and mineral analyses.
This comprehensive volume collects and organizes chemical analyses of Texas natural materials in an accessible, county‑by‑county format.
This edition explains how the data are gathered, selected, and arranged, helping readers understand the value and limits of the analyses. It presents the rationale for including certain results and omitting others, with notes on sources and the publication’s evolution. The book provides guidance on locating specific analyses by material type, formation, and county, then cross‑references Part 1 for context and Part 2 for the numerical data.
- A complete, research‑oriented catalog of analytical data for minerals and rocks found in Texas
- A two‑part structure: Part 1 describes sources and materials; Part 2 presents the analyses themselves
- Clear guidance on how to find a specific sample’s data, including formation and locality
- Explanations of how the data were selected and how to use them in practical comparisons
Ideal for students, geologists, and professionals who need a stable, reference‑grade collection of Texas analyses and their context.Note: This edition emphasizes reliability and representative samples, with attention to the origin and purpose of the publication, and it discusses practical limitations in the data.