Symes, R. F

"Eyewitness Rocks & Minerals" is an informative guide to the world beneath our feet. In this updated and revised version igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks as well as hundreds of sparkling minerals are covered in detail on where and how they form; as well as explaining characteristics such as hardness, color and luster. Text and photographs examine the creation, importance, erosion, mining, and uses of rocks, minerals and precious metals in this updated version of this best-selling title.

Describes how crystals form in nature, how crystals are grown artificially, and how they are used in industry. Numerous color photos with text identify the various gemstones.

Text and photographs examine the creation, importance, erosion, mining, and uses of rocks and minerals.

Examines the creation, importance, erosion, mining, and uses of rocks and minerals.--.

Text and photographs examine the creation, importance, erosion, mining, and uses of rocks and minerals.

Describes how crystals form in nature, how crystals are grown artificially, and how crystals are used in industry. Numerous color photos with text identify the various gemstones.

Describes how crystals form in nature, how crystals are grown artificially, and how crystals are used in industry. Numerous color photos with text identify the various gemstones.

Describes how crystals, semiprecious stones, and precious metals form in nature, how crystals are grown artificially, and how crystals are used in industry.

Text and photographs examine the creation, importance, erosion, mining, and uses of rocks and minerals.

Text and photographs examine the creation, importance, erosion, mining, and uses of rocks and minerals.