Download or read book My Book of Rocks and Minerals written by Devin Dennie and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2017-07-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A stunning visual reference book for little geologists who love to find fascinating rocks all around them. Identify colorful gemstones, sparkly crystals, the toughest rocks, and ancient fossils. Packed with fun facts, information, and extensive photos all about the rocks and minerals that make up the world around us. Interactive learning that engages young scholarly minds. Learn about 64 different types of rocks and minerals, how to tell the difference between them and where to find them. Dig into all the interesting geological materials from deep space to the deepest caves. You’ll even discover glow in the dark minerals and living gems! Find out about the stuff our world is made of, and how rocks and minerals form over time. This captivating book introduces children to hands-on science with fun activities like starting your own impressive rock collection and how to stay safe on your rock finding missions. Written for kids aged 6 to 9 with bite-sized information and explanations. The easy-to-understand language gives them a rock-solid foundation for science subjects. The geology book includes the phonetic pronunciation of the rock and mineral names so your little one will sound like a rock expert in no time. Rockin’ It With Stones And Minerals • Stunning high-quality photographs. • Inspiring activities for little Earth scientists. • Over 64 types of rocks, their properties, and how they are formed.
Download or read book The Complete Book of Minerals for Health written by Sharon Faelten and published by . This book was released on 1981 with total page 534 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Drawing on recent research, this comprehensive guide explains the functions of twenty-two minerals essential for health and provides tables listing the best food sources of minerals and more than one hundred recipes
Download or read book The Book Of Minerals written by Albertus Magnus and published by Dalcassian Publishing Company. This book was released on 1967-01-01 with total page 339 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book National Geographic Kids Readers Rocks and Minerals written by Kathleen Weidner Zoehfeld and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2012 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An introduction to rocks and minerals including how they are formed.
Download or read book Minerals of the World written by Walter Schumann and published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.. This book was released on 2008 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It's the classic work revised and updated! Identify over 500 of the most collectible minerals quickly and easily with this fully photographed field guide. And this new reissue makes identification easier, with new cleavability ratings for each entry alongside the handy classifications based on streak colour, Mohs' hardness and specific gravity. A complete introductory discussion of mineral forms and properties explains the essential criteria for recognition, and each of the hundreds of minerals (from Ankerite to Zinwaldite) is accompanied by information on its fracture, luster, chemical formula, aggregates, distinguishing characteristics and localities.
Download or read book My Little Book of Rocks Minerals and Gems written by Claudia Martin and published by QEB Publishing. This book was released on 2017-05-02 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What are rocks and minerals? Why are there so many different kinds? From the way that rocks are formed to identifying gem stones, My Little Book of Rocks provides the answers for budding geologists, using clear, concise text along with full color illustrations and photographs.
Download or read book Mineralogy of Arizona Fourth Edition written by Raymond W. Grant and published by University of Arizona Press. This book was released on 2022-07-05 with total page 745 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Completely revised and expanded, this fourth edition covers the 986 minerals found in Arizona, showcased with breathtaking new color photographs throughout the book. The new edition includes more than 200 new species not reported in the third edition and previously unknown in Arizona. Chapters in this fourth edition of Mineralogy of Arizona cover gemstones and lapidary materials, fluorescent minerals, and an impressive catalog of mineral species. The authors also discuss mineral districts, including information about the geology, mineralogy, and age of mineral occurrences throughout the state. The book includes detailed maps of each county, showing the boundaries and characteristics of the mineral districts present in the state. Arizona’s rich mineral history is well illustrated by the more than 300 color photographs of minerals, gemstones, and fluorescent minerals that help the reader identify and understand the rich and diverse mineralogy of Arizona. Anyone interested in the mineralogy and geology of the state will find this the most up-to-date compilation of the minerals known to occur in Arizona.
Download or read book Rock forming Minerals written by William Alexander Deer and published by Geological Society of London. This book was released on 1978 with total page 1016 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Description based on: v. 3, published in 2003.
Download or read book Minerals written by Hans-Rudolf Wenk and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2004-04-01 with total page 630 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Minerals: Their Constitution and Origin is an introduction to mineralogy for undergraduate and graduate students in the fields of geology and materials science. It has been designed for a one-semester course and covers all aspects of mineralogy in an up-to-date and integrated style. The book is divided into five parts that discuss structure and bonding within minerals; mineral physics and optical properties; modes of mineral formation and thermodynamics; mineral groups within the context of mineral-forming environments; and the application of mineralogy for the exploitation of metal deposits, gems, and cement. Identification of minerals in hand specimen and under the microscope are also covered. Throughout the text emphasis is placed on linking mineral properties with broader geological processes, and on conveying their economic value. Containing beautiful colour photographs, handy reference tables and a glossary of terms, this textbook will be an indispensable guide for the next generation of mineralogy students.
Download or read book National Geographic Readers Rocks and Minerals written by Kathleen Weidner Zoehfeld and published by National Geographic Society. This book was released on 2012-08-14 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From dazzling gemstones to sparkling crystals to molten lava, this brilliantly illustrated book introduces children to the exciting world of rocks and minerals, including both the building blocks and the bling. This level two reader, written in easy-to-grasp text, will help cultivate the geologists of tomorrow! This high-interest, educationally vetted series of beginning readers features the magnificent images of National Geographic, accompanied by texts written by experienced, skilled children's book authors. The inside back cover of the paperback edition is an interactive feature based upon the book. Level 1 books reinforce the content of the book with a kinesthetic learning activity. In Level 2 books readers complete a Cloze letter, or fun fill-in, with vocabulary words. Releases simultaneously in Reinforced Library Binding: 978-1-4263-1039-3 National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources.
Download or read book The World s Finest Minerals and Crystals written by Peter Bancroft and published by Penguin Putnam. This book was released on 1973 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rare specimens of minerals and crystals from private and public collections are depicted in color plates and descriptive notes.
Download or read book Rocks and Minerals written by Ann Squire and published by Children's Press(CT). This book was released on 2002 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ideal for today's young investigative reader, each A True Book includes lively sidebars, a glossary and index, plus a comprehensive "To Find Out More" section listing books, organizations, and Internet sites. A staple of library collections since the 1950s, the new A True Book series is the definitive nonfiction series for elementary school readers.
Download or read book Evidence Based Approach to Vitamins and Minerals written by Jane Higdon and published by Thieme. This book was released on 2011-09-07 with total page 547 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The latest and most accurate, peer-reviewed information on the role of vitamins and minerals in health and disease An Evidence-Based Approach to Vitamins and Minerals: Health Benefits and Intake Recommendations is a trusted resource for the health professional who needs to interpret the explosion of studies on the role of micronutrients in health and disease and who is concerned about the proliferation of dietary supplements now available to the consumer. This evidence-based reference, now in a second edition, presents the most current scientific, epidemiological and clinical research on the role of vitamins and minerals in preventing disease and promoting optimal health. Organized by micronutrient, the book covers biological function, deficiency, recommended daily allowance, role in disease prevention and treatment, sources, safety, and interactions with other micronutrients and drugs--all endorsed by the internationally acclaimed Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University. Special Features: Each chapter reviewed by a recognized expert in the field, who also served on the book's Editorial Advisory Board Contains the latest intake recommendations from the Linus Pauling Institute, as well as the Food and Nutrition Board of the Institute for Medicine Provides a complete index by disease or disorder that facilitates easy location of condition-specific information found in multiple chapters Extensively referenced, with hundreds of citations from the most current experimental, clinical and epidemiological studies Includes useful appendices covering drug-nutrient interactions and nutrient-nutrient interactions, a glossary of terms, a units conversion table, and the Linus Pauling Institute "Prescription for Health," summarizing its recommendations for a healthy diet, lifestyle, and supplement use Taking the approach that micronutrients play a significant role not only in preventing deficiency disease, but in enhancing general health and averting chronic disease, this book is essential for physicians, nutritionists, and allied health professionals who need the most reliable, up-to-date information in this rapidly expanding field.
Download or read book Rocks Minerals written by Seymour Simon and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2017-08-15 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Award-winning science writer Seymour Simon explains to readers the different types of rocks and minerals with fascinating facts and stunning full-color photographs. This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 6 to 8. It’s a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for children. Readers will learn how to identify and classify various kinds of stones, such as granite, sandstone, basalt, quartz, and crystal. This book includes an author's note, a glossary, and an index and supports the Common Core State Standards.
Download or read book Rocks Minerals written by R. F. Symes and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Text and photographs examine the creation, importance, erosion, mining, and uses of rocks and minerals.
Download or read book The Complete Book of Vitamins and Minerals for Health written by and published by Rodale Books. This book was released on 1988 with total page 760 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Vitamins, minerals for a healthy life.
Download or read book Go Field Guide Rocks and Minerals written by Scholastic and published by Scholastic Incorporated. This book was released on 2019-01-29 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The launch of this new series guides readers towards samples they may find in North America and helps them identify what to look for in rocks and gems like color, luster, hardness, and light. Includes information on how they can maintain and show off their awesome new rock collection. Full color. 5 x 7.
