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| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: The Encyclopedia of Rocks, Minerals, and Gemstones Henry Russell, Chris Pellant, 2001 A look at 294 different rocks, minerals, and gemstones. Each entry describes where the material is found, what it is made of, and how it is used. |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: Encyclopedia of Rocks, Minerals, and Gemstones Brown Reference Group, The, Henry Russell, Sally McFall, 2001-01-01 Imprint. Looks at 288 different rocks, minerals and gems, arranged in alphabetical order for easy reference. Each entry describes where the material is found, what it is made of, how it is used, and presents basic facts about its substance. |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: Illustrated Encyclopedia of Minerals and Rocks Randolph Lucas, 1993-09 |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: The Encyclopedia of Gemstones and Minerals Martin Holden, 1991 Shows and describes the characteristics of over two hundred gems and minerals |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: Handbook of Rocks, Minerals, and Gemstones Walter Schumann, 1993 Contains descriptions and photographs of approximately six hundred minerals, rocks, and meteorites, providing information about the history, origin, structure, composition, properties, classification, and location of each specimen. |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: The Complete Encyclopedia of Minerals Petr Korbel, Milan Novák, 1999 A reference to more than six hundred minerals, with color photographs of each type and an explanation of their forms and properties. |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: Encyclopedia of Minerals William L. Roberts, Thomas J. Campbell, George Robert Rapp, 1990-02 Contents: Preface; About the Photography; Introduction; Alphabetical Listing of Minerals. Completely revised and updated, this includes nearly 4,000 entries. Glossary. 48 pages of color, 45 line drawings, 104 halftones. |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: Color Encyclopedia of Gemstones Joel E. Arem, 1977-01-01 |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: Rock and Gem Ra Bonewitz, 2005 From glittering gemstones to fascinating minerals and fossils, this incredible reference book is a stunning celebration of the Earth s buried treasures. Specially commissioned photography captures the essence and beauty of over 450 superb specimens, while lively and informative text describes the characteristics of each and its unique and changing relationship to humankind through the ages. Organized by rock classes and chemical groups, each rock, mineral, and fossil entry contains a photograph of the specimen together with lively, wide-ranging text describing its qualities and history of use. In addition, a detailed, at-a-glance reference panel provides key data for identification and classification. |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: The Encyclopedia of Gemstones and Minerals Martin Holden, 1999 |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: The Rock and Gem Book Dan Green, 2016 Dig deep to discover our rocky planet, packed with natural wonders. Earth's extraordinary minerals, gems, shells, and fossils are all on dazzling display in this essential visual encyclopedia for children. Feast your eyes on the ultimate treasure trove that any pirate would envy. More than 1,000 stunning photographs showcase rocks and gems in glorious detail, ensuring you can recognise sedimentary from sandstone, metamorphic from marble, and pyrite from pearl. The unique qualities of each eye-catching material are described in-depth, together with their broad range of uses in art, industry, architecture, and science. Keep your eyes open for rainbow rocks, fluorescent minerals, priceless diamonds, and meteor showers on your geological journey of discovery. Meet dinosaurs in the prehistoric period to understand how fossils form, join the pyramid builders of ancient Egypt to investigate the limestone bricks, and take a dip in the ocean on the hunt for clams, cowries, and cockles. Treasure seekers, get set to start your own collection with The Rock and Gem Book. |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: Minerals and Gemstones David C. Cook, Wendy L. Kirk, 2018-10-02 With 300 entries, Minerals and Gemstones includes a colour photograph, and a key information table including specifications such as the colour, lustre, streak, hardness, specific gravity, cleavage, habit and crystal system for each type of mineral and gemstone featured. |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: Dazzling Diamonds Lorraine Harrison, 2017-07-15 How are diamonds formed? Where do they come from? The answers to these questions and more can be found in this exciting look at a popular gemstone. The science and technology involved in creating a sparkling gem from an uncut diamond is fully explored, giving readers an in-depth look at how diamond rings, bracelets, necklaces, and more are made. Fun fact boxes highlight additional information, and striking photographs illustrate the beauty of these natural jewels. |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: National Geographic Readers: Rocks and Minerals Kathleen Weidner Zoehfeld, 2012-08-14 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. |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: Radiant Rubies Joseph Stanley, 2017-07-15 Rubies have many different uses. They have been used in beautiful jewelry, ancient armor, and even lasers! How do people get these useful and beautiful gems? Readers explore the intricate process of mining for rubies, cutting these gems, and polishing them until they look their best. These steps are explained through clear, accessible text. Fun fact boxes provide additional information about rubies. With each turn of the page, readers encounter beautiful, full-color photographs of these radiant gems. |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: My Book of Rocks and Minerals Devin Dennie, 2017-07-11 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. |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: Igneous Rocks Jenny Fretland VanVoorst, 2019-08-01 For most of us, igneous rocks are no more than a stone’s throw away. These underrated rocks make up more than half of Earth’s crust! Not only that, but they have many uses in building, medicine, and other industries. This title dives deep into the properties, types, formation, and uses of igneous rocks. Special features designed to visually engage readers such as a profile, an activity, formation diagrams, and a rock cycle chart, complete this fact-filled read. |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: The Complete Guide to Rocks & Minerals John Farndon, 2006 Discusses the physical properties of various rocks and minerals and gives instructions for collecting and identifying specimens. |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: Incredible Emeralds Amy B. Rogers, 2017-07-15 Due to their striking green color, emeralds are highly prized as a beautiful addition to all kinds of jewelry. They have been used for thousands of years, especially by the ancient Egyptians and Incas. Over time, technology has changed the way these gems are extracted from the earth and shaped into glittering jewels. Through accessible text and enlightening fact boxes, readers discover the process behind the creation of valuable pieces of emerald jewelry. Full-color photographs display the dazzling beauty of emeralds. |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: Gemstones Patrick Perish, 2019-08-01 Gemstones are more than just pretty rocks. These stones serve a purpose far beyond jewelry or decoration! In this book, beautiful photos and interesting text combine to create a fascinating glimpse into the world of gemstones. Many special features turn this into a stand-out introduction to the subject, including a gemstone profile, comparison features, a formation diagram, and an activity. The text, photos, and features combine to create an engaging read sure to strike readers’ interest in gemstones! |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: Awesome Opals Joyce Jeffries, 2017-07-15 Opals emit a rainbow of colors, which makes them perfect gems to place in stunning pieces of jewelry. How do opals go from raw stones to beautiful gems? Readers discover the answer to this question as they learn the steps that must be taken and the technology that is used to find, cut, and polish opals. Clear main text and informative fact boxes help readers become experts on opals. Colorful photographs of these gems are sure to keep readers engaged as they learn. |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: The Essential Guide to Crystals, Minerals and Stones Margaret Ann Lembo, 2013 Improve your life on all levels--mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually--with this essential reference guide to 160 easily-procured crystals, minerals, and stones. Packed with practical knowledge and 190 beautiful full-color photos, this easy-to-use handbook will teach you all about the gemstone world. Each page provides you with concise information: stone name and properties, color, corresponding chakra, planet, element, zodiac sign, numerological association, and mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual uses. Margaret Ann Lembo's metaphysical crystal directory will also give you Mohs scale ratings, divinatory meanings, and a series of positive affirmations for each stone. Learn how to charge, cleanse, and use gemstones in healing grids, plus how to use them as oracles for personal development and spiritual awakening. Praise: When energetically used with the understandings and tips provided in this A-Z essential guide, all good things are possible. Your 'everything' go-to for crystals!--Cyndi Dale, bestselling author of The Complete Book of Chakra Healing and Beyond Soul Mates A must-have guide for anyone who even enjoys picking up rocks. Her straight-from-the-hip approach is matched by her passion, love and knowledge of each and every geode, multifaceted crystal, and everything in between.--Joan Ranquet, author of Communication with All Life |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: The Rocking Book of Rocks Florence Bullough, Amy Ball, 2019-08-06 From “What is a rock?” to dinosaur fossils and meteorites, this stunning book explores everything you ever wanted to know about rocks and minerals. With its sparkling cover, out-of-this-world artwork from Anna Alanko, and expert content written by two geologists, this is the book all rock-crazy kids need. Rocks are all around us, from explosive volcanoes, magnificent mountains, and sandy deserts, to muddy sea floors, winding river valleys, and even asteroids in outer space! They are also in our computers, smartphones, medicines, buildings, airplanes, and space shuttles. Understanding how rocks form helps us to understand how the Earth and the solar system work, and how the Earth has changed over millions of years and how it might look in the future. This dazzlingly illustrated guide covers every aspect of this important topic: Igneous rocks Sedimentary rocks Fossils Metamorphic rocks Space rocks Gemstones Did you know that there is a bus-sized potassium crystal feldspar in Russia? Or that most of the gold, silver and platinum found at the Earth’s surface is thought to have arrived on meteorites from outer space? Complete with fascinating side notes, an illustrated explanation of the rock cycle, a geological timeline, beautiful images of a vast array of rocks and gems, and a helpful glossary at the back, The Rocking Book of Rocks will captivate and astound rock-lovers of all ages. |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: Gemstones and Minerals of Australia Gayle Webb, Lin Sutherland, Gayle Sutherland, 2014 This text is an accessible reference and identification guide to all gemstones and minerals found in Australia. The book introduces the reader to the chemical and crystal systems of the stones, before providing detailed descriptions of each stone including composition, structure and distribution. |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: Rocks, Minerals and Gems John Farndon, 2017-01-10 The definitive guide to rocks, minerals and gems, this title includes an introduction to rocks and minerals and how they form, and a quick guide to what you need and where to look. There is also a complete guide to identifying rocks and minerals and everything you need to know to start building a collection. Packed with fun facts and practical ...... |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: A to Z of Rocks, Minerals and Gems Claudia Evans, Claudia Martin, 2020-09 Get digging for rocks and minerals with this striking new book. A bright, contemporary design will engage young children's interest and maintain a fascination with rocks for years to come. Each alphabet entry is accompanied by a short chunk of text, designed to appeal to young readers and encourage them to look closely at the images. |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: The Minerals Encyclopedia Rupert Hochleitner, 2022-09-15 Mineral collecting by amateur rockhounds has never been more popular. Old quarries, road cuts, and exposed landscapes are being examined by new generations of minerals enthusiasts. Each needs a comprehensive guidebook with clear photographs and accurate data. This is it. In a thick but handy format, more than 700 different minerals and rocks are grouped by color (for ease of location in the book) -- blue, red, yellow, brown, green, white and black crystals; brown and gray sedimentary rocks; and meteorites for anyone lucky enough to find one. Each has a picture -- four to a page -- opposite detailed but clear data: Chemical formula Hardness Color Density Lustre Cleavage Fracture Tenacity Crystal form Similar minerals and where they are likely to occur. And many will have a diagram of its crystal form -- up to four, for fluorite, for example. The Minerals Encyclopedia is unusual for the number of minerals it covers: more than 700 in 448 pages, with a useful glossary, an introduction to mineral collecting, printed front and back flaps that offer quick reference in the field, and a measuring rule on the back cover. This is a superior reference for rockhounds, geology students and outdoors people with an interest in what's under their feet. |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: Rockhounding for Beginners Lars W. Johnson, Stephen M. Voynick, 2021-06-08 Go on an outdoor treasure hunt and enjoy all nature has to offer with this field guide to rockhounding, perfect for armchair geologists or anyone headed out on an adventure! Geology meets treasure hunting with this field guide to rockhounding! If you’ve ever kept an interesting rock or shell, bought a polished stone from a gift shop, or even just enjoyed a ’gram of a really cool crystal, congratulations! You’ve already experienced a rockhounding adventure! Rockhouding for Beginners shows you how to take your rockhounding to the next level, providing everything you need to know from tips for finding local sources for really cool finds to techniques for safely cleaning, cutting, polishing, and caring for the best samples. Complete with full-color photos to help you identify each rock and mineral wherever you find them, this guide has all the rockhounding information you need whether you’re ready to get down and dirty or simply want to learn more from the comfort of your couch. |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: Gemstones Karen Hurrell, Mary L. Johnson, 2016-12-15 This fascinating work provides a truly stunning visual guide to the beautiful world of gemstones. It brings together a wealth of information in clearly worded text accompanied by a dazzling collection of color photographs showing gems in their natural and cut states. From subjects as diverse as identifying and collecting minerals and advanced testing, to ethical sourcing of gems, every aspect of gemstones is covered, and is presented with a wealth of research in easy-to-understand sections, making it a must-have reference work for anyone who wants to delve into the exciting world of gems. |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: Ores Grace Hansen, 2015-08 Young readers will be amazed to learn what an ores are, how they are made, and how we use them every day. This title is informative yet simple. Big text and simple sentences combined with vibrant photographs will entertain readers and strengthen their reading skills. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO. |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: Julie the Rockhound Gail Langer Karwoski, 2007-08-20 When a young girl finds a shiny quartz crystal, her dad shows her how to dig for minerals, and she becomes Julie the Rockhound. Includes For Creative Minds section. |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: Fossils of the World Chris Pellant, 1994 Discusses how fossils are formed and areas where you can find then near your home. Includes more than 12 easy-to-do science projects. |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: National Geographic Pocket Guide to Rocks and Minerals of North America Sarah Garlick, 2014 Illustrations and mineral hardness scale on endpapers. |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: The Complete Illustrated Guide to Minerals, Rocks and Fossils of the World John Farndon, Steve Parker, 2012 This is a comprehensive reference to 700 minerals, rocks, plants and animal fossils from around the globe and how to identify them, with more than 2000 photographs and illustrations. It is an essential reference book for amateur geologists and palaeontologists, revealing how rocks and fossils form, sites and habitats, classification, and a photographic guide. Extensive illustrated directories feature profiles of over 700 rocks, minerals and plant and animal fossils, describing their qualities and properties, and specification factfiles. It features over 1200 photographs of rocks and fossils for easy identification plus more than 800 artworks, including timescales, structural artworks of rocks and minerals, and reconstructions of fossilized plants and animals. It includes detailed information on safe extraction, home testing techniques, safe cleaning and how to display specimens - all you need to build an impressive collection. Rocks, minerals and fossils have a timeless fascination. This expert book provides a complete reference for anyone interested in the earth sciences. The book's major feature is its two extensive visual directories - one on rocks and minerals and one on fossils - containing over 700 in-depth specimen profiles. Information boxes give facts and figures such as type and location, and artworks and reconstructions show the structure-type of rocks and how each fossil originally looked. It provides all the facts anyone needs about the hugely absorbing subjects of geology and paleontology. This impressive work is beautiful to look at and will engage every reader. |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: The Encyclopedia of Rocks and Minerals Nicola Cipriani, 1998-10 THE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF ROCKS AND MINERALS covers a large number of the more than 2,000 known mineralogical species, making the volume the perfect companion for those just beginning to explore the fascinating world of minerals. |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: Gems Jenny Fretland VanVoorst, 2014-08 Get the dirt on everything rock-related, from fossils to crystals to soil itself. Rocks and Minerals is packed with facts about geology. You'll learn how different rocks form, what we use them for, and how geologists study them. So Grab your shovel! It's time to dig deeper into the fascinating world of rocks and minerals. Core Library is the must-have line of nonfiction books for supporting the common Core state Standards for grades 3-6, Core Library features: A wide variety of high-interest topics, Well-researched, clearly written informational text, Primary sources with accompanying questions, Multiple prompts and activities for writing, reading, and critical thinking Charts, graphs, diagrams, timelines, and maps Book jacket. |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Crystal, Gem & Metal Magic Scott Cunningham, 2011-01-08 Practice an ancient magic that is both natural and powerful—the elemental Earth magic of crystals, stones, and metals. This comprehensive and clear guidebook by Scott Cunningham has introduced over 200,000 readers to the secrets of over 100 gems and metals. Learn how to find and cleanse stones and use them in divinations, spells, and tarot card readings. Discover how to determine the energies and stories contained within each stone, and the symbolic meanings of a stone's color and shape. Also included in this classic guide: A 16-page, full-color insert, new with this edition Birthstone and jewelry magic lore Tables listing both planetary and elementary rulers of stones, magical intentions, and magical substitutions |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: Rocks and Minerals Monica Price, Kevin Walsh, 2005 Pocket Nature Guide: Rocks and Minerals is a practical, concise field guide to the world's rocks and minerals, packed with stunning photography and expert information. The 325 most commonly encountered species are given full or half-page coverage. Each entry includes a large, character full photographic image, supporting photographic images to show important variations, and a data panel to consistently summarize key facts. A simple text profile picks out the most useful details to aid identification and provides interesting background information. |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: Gems and Jewelry Joel E. Arem, 1992 This new edition of the classic consumer guide to precious stones and their settings is packed full of color photographs and comprehensive information about gems in a portable format. Written simply and clearly, it answers consumers' questions and informs them of what they will encounter in the marketplace. 186 illustrations. |
| encyclopedia of rocks minerals and gemstones: The Practical Encyclopedia of Rocks & Minerals John Farndon, 2006 How to find, identify and collect the world's most fascinating specimens, featuring over 800 stunning photographs and artworks. -- page 4 of cover. |
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