9781332323654 - An Elementary Introduction to the Knowledge of Mineralogy: Including Some Account of Mineral Elements and Constituents; Explanations of Terms in ... and Circumstanc... (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book provides an overview of mineralogy and geology through the lens of describing individual minerals and their geological characteristics. The author first explores the role of chemical elements in mineral composition, such as oxygen, hydrogen, and nitrogen, then discusses the nature and properties of nine earths, two alkalis, and 27 metals. The author arranges the individual mineral descriptions according to their respective chemical compositions, focusing on their crystalline forms, transitions, and the rocks in which they are found. This book is an accessible introduction to mineralogy and geology, especially for students and collectors interested in the subject. It offers insights into the diverse world of minerals, their geological significance, and their role in understanding the Earth's structure and history. 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.