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Rocks and Rock Formations - A Key to Identification (Paperback)
Loot Price: R460
Discovery Miles 4 600
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Rocks and Rock Formations - A Key to Identification (Paperback)
Series: Princeton Field Guides
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Loot Price R460
Discovery Miles 4 600
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The first field guide that allows amateur rock enthusiasts to
identify basic rocks and rock formations in a systematic way Many
of us are fascinated by rocks-but identifying them can seem
daunting. It's often tricky even for geologists, who rely on
experience, intuition, and in-depth familiarity with rock-forming
components. Rocks and Rock Formations allows everyone, amateur or
professional, to successfully distinguish these amazing masses of
minerals, using only careful observation, a magnifying glass, a
pocket knife-and a bit of patience. Jurg Meyer provides a
structured approach to the identification of all rocks within the
three groups: sedimentary, igneous, and metamorphic. Bringing
together more than 530 diagrams and photographs to illustrate
essential characteristics, Meyer highlights some basics on
rocks-their mineral constituents, structures, textures, fossils,
weathering patterns, and more-which are important for a
determination. The main part of the book is a handy and thorough
identification key, which takes into account all possible rock
variations, mixtures, and structural differences. The concluding
section of the guide delves into rock systematics. Assuming little
prior experience or knowledge, Rocks and Rock Formations is an
invaluable resource for rock enthusiasts everywhere. Suitable for
beginners and amateurs Helpful, systematic identification key
Exploration of all types of rocks More than 530 diagrams and
photographs
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