Introduction to Mineralogy | 
| Author: William D. Nesse
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Category: Book
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Sales Rank: 281880
Media: Hardcover
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 466
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3.3
Dimensions (in): 10.8 x 8.6 x 1.1
ISBN: 0195106911
Dewey Decimal Number: 549
EAN: 9780195106916
ASIN: 0195106911
Publication Date: October 7, 1999
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Product Description
Introduction to Mineralogy consolidates much of the material now covered in traditional mineralogy and optical mineralogy courses and focuses on describing minerals within their geologic context. It presents the important traditional content of mineralogy including crystallography, chemical bonding, controls on mineral structure, mineral stability, and crystal growth to provide a foundation that enables students to understand the nature and occurrence of minerals. Physical, optical, and X-ray powder diffraction techniques of mineral study are described in detail, and common chemical analytical methods are outlined as well. Detailed descriptions of over 100 common minerals are provided, and the geologic context within which these minerals occur is emphasized. Appendices provide tables and diagrams to help students with mineral identification, using both physical and optical properties. Numerous line drawings, photographs, and photomicrographs help make complex concepts understandable. Introduction to Mineralogy not only provides specific knowledge about minerals but also helps students develop the intellectual tools essential for a solid, scientific education. This comprehensive text is useful for undergraduate students in a wide range of mineralogy courses.
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Mineralogy Book January 3, 2007
2 out of 4 found this review helpful
This is a very informative book. It is quite helpful in the field of gemology, as well as the intended field of geology.
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