The classic in the field since 1848, this extraordinary reference offers readers unsurpassed coverage of mineralogy and crystallography. The book is known for integrating complete coverage of concept
The first book devoted exclusively to the spectroscope and its use in gemstone identification. Until 1933 the refractometer and the microscope were the two principal tools in gem testing. Then B.W. An
A practical introduction to ionic compounds for both mineralogists and chemists, this book bridges the two disciplines. It explains the fundamental principles of the structure and bonding in minerals,
This survey of different fluorescent minerals found around the world is meant for collectors and general readers. It includes many color photos showing what they look like in daylight and under an ult
Crystals for Beginners makes it easy to learn about crystals and how to use their positive energy in a variety of practical ways. This friendly introductory guide explores crystal magic, folklore, and
Zeolites are the most frequently used industrial catalysts. Their applications range from oil refining, petrochemistry and the synthesis of special chemicals to environmental catalysis. Rapid progress
Field Guide to Rocks and Minerals of Southern Africa is the first definitive field guide to document the common, rare and unusual rocks and minerals of South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Lesot
Luminescence Spectroscopy of Minerals and Materials presents an overview of the general concepts in luminescence spectroscopy as well as experimental methods and their interpretation. Special emphasis
This book describes the structure-property-composition relationships for silicate glasses and melts of industrial and geological interest. From Antiquity to the 20th century, an introductory chapter p
A beautifully illustrated concise reference to 288 mineral specimens, organized in 10 categories and with a quick identification key and characteristics of each. Ideal for rock hounds, geologists and
Geophysical measurements, such as the lateral variations in seismic wave velocities that are imaged by seismic tomography, provide the strongest constraints on the structure of the Earth's deep interi
Describes the elements, classes, and properties of minerals including color, streak, luster, hardness, and cleavage. Also explains minerals found in rocks such as feldspar, quartz and calcite.
This monograph examines the mineralogy of illite, the most common clay mineral, as a unifying theme for understanding problems of the surface environment and environmental change. The volume begins wi
Generously displayed full-page in an oversize format (9.5x13"), photos of 80 specimens from the singular collection of the Houston Museum of Natural Science show off nature's masterful hand with acant
Magic of Minerals and Rocks, featuring 135 color photographs, ranges from vast rock-landscapes recorded in Europe, America, Australia and Iceland right down to finely detailed images of a few square m
