Igneous Rocks, Vol. 1 of 2: Composition, Texture and Classification

Joseph P. Iddings

ISBN 10: 1527815587 / ISBN 13: 9781527815582

Published by Forgotten Books, 2017

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book delves into the chemical composition of igneous rocks, providing a comprehensive understanding of their formation and the minerals they contain. Igneous rocks form when molten magma cools and solidifies, shaping the Earth's crust and mantle throughout geologic time. The author meticulously examines the chemical elements found in these rocks, their proportions, and their interactions. Through detailed analysis and discussion, the book unveils the intricate relationships between the minerals and the chemical processes that govern their formation. By exploring the composition and behavior of igneous rocks, this book enriches our knowledge of the Earth's geological history and the forces that have shaped our planet. 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.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Igneous Rocks, Vol. 1 of 2: Composition, Texture and Classification
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1527815587
• ISBN 13: 9781527815582
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Geology

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Synopsis

The chemistry of rocks you can trust to guide your study.

This edition presents igneous rocks by starting with their basic chemical makeup and then showing how that chemistry shapes texture, crystals, and classification. It lays out a practical path from magma composition to the solid rocks you see in the field.

In Volume I, you’ll explore how rocks form from magma solutions, how minerals crystallize, and how varying conditions create different textures and appearances. The book also provides a historical overview of classification and introduces a quantitative system used to categorize igneous rocks, all aimed at helping students build a solid, usable understanding of petrology.

• Foundational approach: from chemical composition to mineral structure and rock texture.
• Practical discussion of magma behavior, crystallization, and differentiation.
• Clear explanation of classification systems and how they’re applied to diverse rock types.
• Context for studying rocks across different regions and petrographic provinces.

Ideal for readers beginning petrology or advancing a structured understanding of igneous rocks, with lessons that connect chemistry to visible rock features.