Author: John Farndon
Publisher: Australian Geographic
ISBN: 9781742459400
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
The definitive guide to rocks, minerals and gems, this title includes an introduction to rocks and minerals and how they form, and a quick guide to what you need and where to look. There is also a complete guide to identifying rocks and minerals and everything you need to know to start building a collection. Packed with fun facts and practical ......
Rocks, Minerals and Gems
Author: John Farndon
Publisher: Australian Geographic
ISBN: 9781742459400
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
The definitive guide to rocks, minerals and gems, this title includes an introduction to rocks and minerals and how they form, and a quick guide to what you need and where to look. There is also a complete guide to identifying rocks and minerals and everything you need to know to start building a collection. Packed with fun facts and practical ......
Publisher: Australian Geographic
ISBN: 9781742459400
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
The definitive guide to rocks, minerals and gems, this title includes an introduction to rocks and minerals and how they form, and a quick guide to what you need and where to look. There is also a complete guide to identifying rocks and minerals and everything you need to know to start building a collection. Packed with fun facts and practical ......
My Little Book of Rocks, Minerals and Gems
Author: Claudia Martin
Publisher: QEB Publishing
ISBN: 9781682971475
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
What are rocks and minerals? Why are there so many different kinds? From the way that rocks are formed to identifying gem stones, My Little Book of Rocks provides the answers for budding geologists, using clear, concise text along with full color illustrations and photographs.
Publisher: QEB Publishing
ISBN: 9781682971475
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
What are rocks and minerals? Why are there so many different kinds? From the way that rocks are formed to identifying gem stones, My Little Book of Rocks provides the answers for budding geologists, using clear, concise text along with full color illustrations and photographs.
Gems and Gemstones
Author: Lance Grande
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
ISBN: 0226305112
Category : Design
Languages : en
Pages : 387
Book Description
"Gems and Gemstones" features nearly 300 color images of cut gems, precious and semiprecious stones, gem-quality mineral specimens, and fine jewelry to be unveiled in the new Grainger Hall of Gems at the Field Museum in Chicago.
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
ISBN: 0226305112
Category : Design
Languages : en
Pages : 387
Book Description
"Gems and Gemstones" features nearly 300 color images of cut gems, precious and semiprecious stones, gem-quality mineral specimens, and fine jewelry to be unveiled in the new Grainger Hall of Gems at the Field Museum in Chicago.
Gems & Minerals of California
Author: William Estavillo
Publisher: American Traveler Press
ISBN: 9781558381186
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
Striking full-color guides. Bound in water repellent, film laminated covers. Extensive center-spread maps of the state highlights locations featured in each book. Special 8-pocket and 4-pocket lucite display racks available with purchase of the series.
Publisher: American Traveler Press
ISBN: 9781558381186
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
Striking full-color guides. Bound in water repellent, film laminated covers. Extensive center-spread maps of the state highlights locations featured in each book. Special 8-pocket and 4-pocket lucite display racks available with purchase of the series.
Handbook of Rocks, Minerals, and Gemstones
Author: Walter Schumann
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 9780395511374
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 390
Book Description
Contains descriptions and photographs of approximately six hundred minerals, rocks, and meteorites, providing information about the history, origin, structure, composition, properties, classification, and location of each specimen.
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 9780395511374
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 390
Book Description
Contains descriptions and photographs of approximately six hundred minerals, rocks, and meteorites, providing information about the history, origin, structure, composition, properties, classification, and location of each specimen.
The 50 State Gems and Minerals
Author: Yin'an Wang
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780764359958
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 72
Book Description
How many states claim quartz as their official state gem? This guidebook answers this question and more as it explores the treasures that are designated official state gems and minerals. Over 150 photographs showcase these marvels, from the Star Blue quartz of Alabama to the jade nephrite of Wyoming. Each state entry is presented with details about the state gem and mineral, with pictures of each, and a map of the state showing where the gem or mineral can be found. Some states do not yet have designated gems or minerals, and suggestions and guidance are provided so that the reader can lead the way in getting one designated. Museums and parks with minerals are listed in the appendix so readers can go see specimens in person. Encyclopedic yet easy to read, this book is great for mineral and gem enthusiasts and future geologists of all ages.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780764359958
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 72
Book Description
How many states claim quartz as their official state gem? This guidebook answers this question and more as it explores the treasures that are designated official state gems and minerals. Over 150 photographs showcase these marvels, from the Star Blue quartz of Alabama to the jade nephrite of Wyoming. Each state entry is presented with details about the state gem and mineral, with pictures of each, and a map of the state showing where the gem or mineral can be found. Some states do not yet have designated gems or minerals, and suggestions and guidance are provided so that the reader can lead the way in getting one designated. Museums and parks with minerals are listed in the appendix so readers can go see specimens in person. Encyclopedic yet easy to read, this book is great for mineral and gem enthusiasts and future geologists of all ages.
The Encyclopedia of Gemstones and Minerals
Author: Martin Holden
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780816021772
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 303
Book Description
Shows and describes the characteristics of over two hundred gems and minerals
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780816021772
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 303
Book Description
Shows and describes the characteristics of over two hundred gems and minerals
Gems and Minerals of Washington
Author: Lanny R. Ream
Publisher: Gem Guides Book Company
ISBN: 9780918499097
Category : Mineralogy
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The premiere guide for rockhounds and geology enthusiasts for the state of Washington with over 200 sites. Clearly written by well-known geologists who reside in the Northwest.
Publisher: Gem Guides Book Company
ISBN: 9780918499097
Category : Mineralogy
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The premiere guide for rockhounds and geology enthusiasts for the state of Washington with over 200 sites. Clearly written by well-known geologists who reside in the Northwest.
Gems and Minerals of Arizona
Author: Sharon Panczner
Publisher: American Traveler Press
ISBN: 9781558380974
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
"There's gold in them thar hills!" Along with silver, turquoise, copper, and tons (literally) of other minerals. This guidebook explains what you will find and where in Arizona you will find it. Prospectors were right on target when they came to Arizona!
Publisher: American Traveler Press
ISBN: 9781558380974
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
"There's gold in them thar hills!" Along with silver, turquoise, copper, and tons (literally) of other minerals. This guidebook explains what you will find and where in Arizona you will find it. Prospectors were right on target when they came to Arizona!
Fluorescence
Author: Manuel Robbins
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 408
Book Description
The complete source for understanding and locating fluorescent minerals. Documents all major locations in the U.S. and throughout the world. One of very few publications on this subject. Includes experiments for home and school use.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 408
Book Description
The complete source for understanding and locating fluorescent minerals. Documents all major locations in the U.S. and throughout the world. One of very few publications on this subject. Includes experiments for home and school use.