HOW TO KNOW THE MINERALS AND ROCKS

by Richard M. Pearl ‧ RELEASE DATE: Oct. 26, 1954

A handbook for the hobbyist and collector describes and analyzes more than 125 minerals and rocks in text and illustrations. Basic requirements for starting and building a collection are accompanied by a drawing of each mineral and rock headed by its keys. These are followed by text on location, history and other pertinent facts. Chemical formulas and additional sources of information wind up a working field book for personal as well as classroom use.

Pub Date: Oct. 26, 1954

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Page Count: -

Publisher: McGraw-Hill

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Kirkus Reviews Issue: Oct. 1, 1954

Categories: NONFICTION