Rocks and minerals, Chris Pellant ; Helen Pellant, editorial consultant ; photography by Harry Taylor
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Rocks and minerals, Chris Pellant ; Helen Pellant, editorial consultant ; photography by Harry Taylor
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eng
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illustrations
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index present
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non fiction
Main title
Rocks and minerals
Nature of contents
handbooks
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50798155
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Chris Pellant ; Helen Pellant, editorial consultant ; photography by Harry Taylor
Series statement
Smithsonian handbooks
Summary
"Designed for beginners and experienced collectors alike, DK's Smithsonian Handbook of Rocks and Minerals' explains what rocks or minerals are, how they are classified, and how to start a collection. A clear visual key illustrates the differences between igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rocks, then guides the reader to the correct rock entry. A concise glossary provides instant understanding of technical and scientific terms" -- back cover
Table Of Contents
Collecting rocks and minerals -- Field equipment -- Home equipment -- Organizing your collection --How this book works -- Mineral or rock? -- Mineral formation -- Mineral composition -- Mineral characteristics -- Mineral identification -- How rocks are formed -- Igneous rock characteristics -- Types of metamorphism -- Metamorphic rock characteristics -- Sedimentary rock characteristics -- Rock identification key -- Minerals -- Rocks
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