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1) Minerals
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Language
English
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Description
This book provides a simple and fun introduction to minerals, discussing different minerals, exploring how and why they have formed, how they have changed over time, their appearance and properties. With the help of some Rock Solid! facts that provide cool examples, the book will show you how amazing minerals can be: from ruby crystals and stalagmites and stalactites in caves to talcum powder.
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Physical Desc
224 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 26 x 26 cm
Language
English
Description
This book contains a collection of colorful examples of rocks, minerals, and gems, all clearly identified with color photographs. It includes unusual facts and essential data panels that give geological information and uses.
Describes how rocks are formed, the differences between rocks and minerals, and how they are used today, from table salt to aluminum cans.
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