Excerpt from A Handbook of Rocks, for Use Without the Microscope: With a Glossary of the Names of Rocks and of Other Lithological Terms
In the preparation of the second edition, but little change has been made in the main text. The Glossary has, however, been rewritten and brought up to date. I. F. K.
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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book is a handbook of rocks designed to introduce beginners to the subject of rocks and their formation without the need for a microscope. The author, aiming the book at beginners, uses accessible language to introduce the building blocks of rocks â" minerals, their chemical composition, and the principles of classification â" before moving on to the various types of rocks â" igneous, aqueous, and metamorphic. The author presents readers with straightforward context and fascinating observational facts without burdening them with over-complex mineralogical detail, making this book an excellent starting point for budding rock enthusiasts and students. 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. Codice articolo 9781331899457_0
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