Introduction to the Rock-Forming Minerals

W. Deer, R.A. Howie, J. Zussman

ISBN 10: 0903056275 / ISBN 13: 9780903056274

Published by Mineralogical Society of Great Britain and Ireland, 2013

Has a sturdy binding with some shelf wear. May have some markings or highlighting. Used copies may not include access codes or Cd's. Slight bending may be present. Seller Inventory # GBV.0903056275.G

Synopsis:

In this edition, most of the commonly occurring minerals of igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary rocks are discussed in terms of structure, chemistry, optical and other physical properties, distinguishing features and paragenesis. Important correlations between these aspects of mineralogy are emphasized wherever possible. The content of each section has been updated where needed in the light of published research over the 21 years between editions. Tables of over 200 chemical analyses and formulae are included and a number of older entries have been replaced by more recent examples. This book will be useful to undergraduate students of miner¬alogy, petrology and geochemistry, especially those at third or fourth year, engaged in more advanced courses or specialized projects, and also as a reference work for students for 'Masters' degrees by taught courses or research. For doctorate students, and research workers in the Earth Sciences as well as those in Materials Science and other related disciplines, this work can be useful as a condensed version of the very extensive treatment presented in the volumes of the DHZ Series 'Rock-Forming Minerals', second edition.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Introduction to the Rock-Forming Minerals
Publisher: Mineralogical Society of Great Britain and Ireland
Publication Date: 2013
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: good
Edition: 3rd Edition