mineralogy

An introduction to mineralogy and the study of rocks, minerals, and soils.

Introduces different types of rocks and where they are found.

Uses earth science experiments for home or school to demonstrate the properties of rocks and minerals and how they relate to important environmental concerns such as earthquakes, erosion, acid rain, and water pollution.

Explains what geology is, how it has helped us learn about our planet, different types of rocks and minerals, how they were formed and how they influence our lives.

Discusses briefly the characteristics and uses of some common rocks and minerals.

Describes in simple language the composition, formation, and structure of different types of rocks and minerals.

Describes the formation and uses of the world's leading minerals.

Discusses the formation and mining of different kinds of rocks and the many minerals found within.