The Encyclopedia of Mineralogy (Russian Language) -Translation
Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania: Hutchineson Rose Publishing, 1985. First Edition. Hardcover. Good+. Item #29801
ISBN: 0879331844
Unmarked. Archival tape reinforcing front and back internal spines edges. ; Book Description; Spine has no signs of creasing. Pages are clean and not marred by notes or folds. Covers are square with minor wear. Ships Safe and Fast. Published without Dust Jacket. The Encyclopedia of Mineralogy provides comprehensive, basic treatment of the science of mineralogy. In addition to traditional topics - descriptions of major structural groups, methods of mineral analysis, and the paragenesis of mineral species - this volume embraces such subjects as asbestiform minerals, minerals found in caves and in living beings, and gems and gemology. It includes current data on the latest in our geological inventories - lunar minerals. It describes the properties, characteristics, and uses of industrial resources such as abrasive materials and Portland cement. A directory will guide traveling mineralogists to the major mineralogical museums of the world, with their special interests noted. Clear technical illustrations supplement the text throughout. To help the student and professional find particular information there are a comprehensive subject index, extensive cross-references of related topics , and reference lists to background information and detailed advanced treatment of all topics. ; B&W Illustrations; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 511 pages DP2.
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