Minerals

Their Constitution and Origin

Hans-Rudolf Wenk, Andrei Bulakh

646 pages, parution le 07/05/2004

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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.

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Structural features of minerals
Physical Investigation of minerals
Variety of mineral-forming processes
A systematic look at mineral groups
Applied mineralogy

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Éditeur(s)	Cambridge University Press
Auteur(s)	Hans-Rudolf Wenk, Andrei Bulakh
Parution	07/05/2004
Nb. de pages	646
Format	19 x 24,5
Couverture	Broché
Poids	1495g
Intérieur	Noir et Blanc
EAN13	9780521529587
ISBN13	978-0-521-52958-7