Rabu, 17 Desember 2008

The Study of Minerals

The Study of Minerals
The Study of Minerals is a comprehensive learning tool for anyone interested in minerals, from a casual collector to the advanced mineralogy student. Learn about how crystals form, their symmetry, chemical composition, and properties. Find out what minerals are or go straight to microscopic and laboratory analysis of minerals. Study gems and ores, then test your skill at mineral exploration. Includes animated interactive activities, illustrated glossary, abundant photographs, video clips, and easy access to an extensive illustrated mineral properties database of over 150 minerals. Includes two college levels of study: Intermediate (Introduction to Minerals) and Advanced (Mineralogy).
Table of Contents

* Minerals, Crystals, and Rocks
* Mineral Symmetry - How Nature Builds Minerals
* Mineral Chemistry and Chemical Classification
* Physical Properties and Hand Sample ID
* Microscopic Analysis and Identification
* Laboratory Analysis and Identification
* Gemstones
* Mineral Exploration and Mining
* Mineral Database
* Illustrated Glossary


Written by M. Darby Dyar, Ph.D., Mount Holyoke College,
Richard M. Busch, Ph.D., and C. Gil Wiswall, Ph.D., West Chester University.

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