Minerals And Gems

Author : Ra Bonewitz
Publisher : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
ISBN 13 : 9780751344004
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.01/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Rock and Gem written by Ra Bonewitz and published by DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley). This book was released on 2005 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From glittering gemstones to fascinating minerals and fossils, this incredible reference book is a stunning celebration of the Earth s buried treasures. Specially commissioned photography captures the essence and beauty of over 450 superb specimens, while lively and informative text describes the characteristics of each and its unique and changing relationship to humankind through the ages. Organized by rock classes and chemical groups, each rock, mineral, and fossil entry contains a photograph of the specimen together with lively, wide-ranging text describing its qualities and history of use. In addition, a detailed, at-a-glance reference panel provides key data for identification and classification.

Author : Lance Grande
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
ISBN 13 : 0226305112
Total Pages : 387 pages
Book Rating : 4.10/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Gems and Gemstones written by Lance Grande and published by University of Chicago Press. This book was released on 2009-11-15 with total page 387 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Gems and Gemstones" features nearly 300 color images of cut gems, precious and semiprecious stones, gem-quality mineral specimens, and fine jewelry to be unveiled in the new Grainger Hall of Gems at the Field Museum in Chicago.

Author : Walter Schumann
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN 13 : 9780395511374
Total Pages : 390 pages
Book Rating : 4.72/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Handbook of Rocks, Minerals, and Gemstones written by Walter Schumann and published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. This book was released on 1993 with total page 390 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contains descriptions and photographs of approximately six hundred minerals, rocks, and meteorites, providing information about the history, origin, structure, composition, properties, classification, and location of each specimen.

Author : John Farndon
Publisher : Australian Geographic
ISBN 13 : 9781742459400
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.04/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Rocks, Minerals and Gems written by John Farndon and published by Australian Geographic. This book was released on 2017-01-10 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The definitive guide to rocks, minerals and gems, this title includes an introduction to rocks and minerals and how they form, and a quick guide to what you need and where to look. There is also a complete guide to identifying rocks and minerals and everything you need to know to start building a collection. Packed with fun facts and practical ......

Author : Martin Holden
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780816021772
Total Pages : 303 pages
Book Rating : 4.75/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Encyclopedia of Gemstones and Minerals written by Martin Holden and published by . This book was released on 1991 with total page 303 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Shows and describes the characteristics of over two hundred gems and minerals

Author : Henry Russell
Publisher : Thunder Bay Press (CA)
ISBN 13 : 9781571455628
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.20/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Encyclopedia of Rocks, Minerals, and Gemstones written by Henry Russell and published by Thunder Bay Press (CA). This book was released on 2001 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A look at 294 different rocks, minerals, and gemstones. Each entry describes where the material is found, what it is made of, and how it is used.

Author : Devin Dennie
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 1465494510
Total Pages : 98 pages
Book Rating : 4.11/5 ( download)

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Download or read book My Book of Rocks and Minerals written by Devin Dennie and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2017-07-11 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A stunning visual reference book for little geologists who love to find fascinating rocks all around them. Identify colorful gemstones, sparkly crystals, the toughest rocks, and ancient fossils. Packed with fun facts, information, and extensive photos all about the rocks and minerals that make up the world around us. Interactive learning that engages young scholarly minds. Learn about 64 different types of rocks and minerals, how to tell the difference between them and where to find them. Dig into all the interesting geological materials from deep space to the deepest caves. You’ll even discover glow in the dark minerals and living gems! Find out about the stuff our world is made of, and how rocks and minerals form over time. This captivating book introduces children to hands-on science with fun activities like starting your own impressive rock collection and how to stay safe on your rock finding missions. Written for kids aged 6 to 9 with bite-sized information and explanations. The easy-to-understand language gives them a rock-solid foundation for science subjects. The geology book includes the phonetic pronunciation of the rock and mineral names so your little one will sound like a rock expert in no time. Rockin’ It With Stones And Minerals • Stunning high-quality photographs. • Inspiring activities for little Earth scientists. • Over 64 types of rocks, their properties, and how they are formed.

Author : Frederick H. Pough
Publisher : Boston : Houghton Mifflin
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 440 pages
Book Rating : 4.33/5 ( download)

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Download or read book A Field Guide to Rocks and Minerals written by Frederick H. Pough and published by Boston : Houghton Mifflin. This book was released on 1976 with total page 440 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guidebook to rocks and minerals.

Author : Claudia Martin
Publisher : QEB Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9781682971475
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.73/5 ( download)

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Download or read book My Little Book of Rocks, Minerals and Gems written by Claudia Martin and published by QEB Publishing. This book was released on 2017-05-02 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What are rocks and minerals? Why are there so many different kinds? From the way that rocks are formed to identifying gem stones, My Little Book of Rocks provides the answers for budding geologists, using clear, concise text along with full color illustrations and photographs.

Author : John Sinkankas
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 346 pages
Book Rating : 4.47/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Gemstone & Mineral Data Book written by John Sinkankas and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 346 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: