1001 Questions Answered About the Mineral Kingdom
1001 Questions Answered About the Mineral Kingdom
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Questions and answers blend with over 30 illustrations to present details on the mineral kingdom. Unlike common identification guides, this asks a variety of questions; from where meteorites originate to whether rubies and sapphires are related. Mineral fans should be enthused.
Book Description
Fascinating compendium of information about ever-present but lesser known realm of nature: minerals, crystals, rocks, precious metals, radioactive minerals, gems, fossil fuels, mining and milling, water resources, mineral collecting as a hobby and more. Easy-to-follow question-and-answer format. Over 30 illus. Bibliography. Index.
1001 Questions Answered About the Mineral Kingdom,Richard M. Pearl,Dover Publications,0486287114,Earth Sciences - Mineralogy,Minerals,Miscellanea,Nature,Nature/Ecology,Rocks & Minerals,Nature / General
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