Minerals of the World
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Minerals of the World is an attractive and up-to-date guide to more than 500 minerals from around the world. The succinct text--covering crystallography, properties, names and varieties, structure, diagnostic features, and occurrence--and the discussion of less common minerals not found in other guides make this an invaluable resource. With over 600 exquisite color photographs and crystallographic diagrams, this book is unequalled. It is set to become the field guide of choice for mineral collectors and students of mineralogy.
The most up-to-date popular guide to minerals available
Text covers crystallography, physical properties, chemical properties, names and varieties, diagnostic features, and occurrence
More than 500 minerals treated with examples from around the world
More than 600 superb color photographs and crystallographic diagrams
Tabular overview of common minerals and their properties
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:069109537X
ISBN13:9780691095370
Release Date:May 2002
Publisher:Princeton University Press
Length:440 Pages
Weight:1.76 lbs.
Dimensions:0.8" x 5.7" x 8.2"
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