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Guide to Minerals, Rocks and Fossils (Firefly Pocket series),Used
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A detailed and extensively illustrated handbook.The colors, shapes and properties of minerals vary from the bland to the magnificent. Guide to Minerals, Rocks and Fossils is a practical and authoritative handbook that is both comprehensive and easy to use.Each of the 600 specimens is shown in full color, sometimes in two or more forms. There are also drawings that show the structure of the crystalline specimens. It covers the basics like granite, as well as oddities like meteorites and tektites.Fossils include sponges, corals, arthropods, brachiopods, and fossil land plants.Each is described in detail, with notes on: color and transparency grain size hardness structure occurrence mineralogy distinguishing features habit cleavage texture alteration lusterMineral names, chemical formulae and structural data accord to international standards. This is a very complete, but attractive and useful volume in a respected series.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Guide to Minerals, Rocks and Fossils'? A: The book serves as a comprehensive handbook that details various minerals, rocks, and fossils, showcasing their colors, shapes, and properties.
- Q: How many specimens are illustrated in the book? A: The book features 600 specimens, each presented in full color and often in multiple forms.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in geology? A: Yes, the book is designed to be both practical and easy to use, making it suitable for beginners as well as more experienced readers.
- Q: What kind of fossils are included in the book? A: The book covers a range of fossils including sponges, corals, arthropods, brachiopods, and fossil land plants.
- Q: What are some key features of the book? A: Key features include detailed descriptions of specimens, notes on their characteristics, and illustrations that depict their crystalline structures.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Guide to Minerals, Rocks and Fossils'? A: The book is authored by A. C. Bishop.
- Q: When was the book published? A: The book was published on February 5, 2005.
- Q: What is the condition of the book when purchased? A: The book is available as a new item, ensuring it is in good condition.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is published in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 336 pages.