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Minerals from Earth and Sky: Volume Three Paperback Book
A compelling volume that brings together two classic scientific treatments of Earths most intriguing natural treasures.In Part I, geologist George P. Merrill explores the story of meteorites their fall, composition, distribution and significance as visitors from space. In Part II, mineralogist William F. Foshag turns to the world of gems and gem minerals, offering insightful discussions of crystal growth, physical properties, notable mineral occurrences, gem cutting, synthetic gems and even historical and biblical mentions of precious stones.Contents includeThe Story of MeteoritesIntroductory and HistoricalPhenomena Incidental to FallAreas of DistributionNumber, Size, and FormComposition and StructureNames and ClassificationWhence Do They Come?Early Uses of Meteoric IronBibliographyClassification of MeteoritesList of All Known Meteorites Preserved in CollectionsGems and Gem MineralsIntroductionCrystals and Their GrowthProperties of MineralsKinds andnbspOccurrences of Gem MineralsSynthetic GemsCollections and CollectorsCutting of GemsGems Mentioned in the BibleBibliographyWith original illustrations, bibliographies, and a full index, this authoritative work blends planetary science with gemology, appealing to rockhounds, gemstone enthusiasts, and anyone fascinated by how minerals and gems form both on Earth and beyond.
Binding: Paperback;470 pages; Publisher: Read Books; Classification: N/A; Weight: 713.75 g; Dimensions: N/A
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A compelling volume that brings together two classic scientific treatments of Earths most intriguing natural treasures.In Part I, geologist George P. Merrill explores the story of meteorites their fall, composition, distribution and significance as visitors from space. In Part II, mineralogist William F. Foshag turns to the world of gems and gem minerals, offering insightful discussions of crystal growth, physical properties, notable mineral occurrences, gem cutting, synthetic gems and even historical and biblical mentions of precious stones.Contents includeThe Story of MeteoritesIntroductory and HistoricalPhenomena Incidental to FallAreas of DistributionNumber, Size, and FormComposition and StructureNames and ClassificationWhence Do They Come?Early Uses of Meteoric IronBibliographyClassification of MeteoritesList of All Known Meteorites Preserved in CollectionsGems and Gem MineralsIntroductionCrystals and Their GrowthProperties of MineralsKinds andnbspOccurrences of Gem MineralsSynthetic GemsCollections and CollectorsCutting of GemsGems Mentioned in the BibleBibliographyWith original illustrations, bibliographies, and a full index, this authoritative work blends planetary science with gemology, appealing to rockhounds, gemstone enthusiasts, and anyone fascinated by how minerals and gems form both on Earth and beyond.
Binding: Paperback;470 pages; Publisher: Read Books; Classification: N/A; Weight: 713.75 g; Dimensions: N/A
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