minerals

An illustrated overview of rocks, minerals, and soil that describes the three types of rocks, discusses the properties of minerals, and examines soil formation.

Presents a detailed description of over eighty rocks and minerals, a discussion of fossils, information on how to look for different rocks, and includes a scorecard for keeping track of rocks that are found.

Examines in depth the general properties as well as the three major categories of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks.

Examines the foods that provide the most vitamins nutrients and discusses how one can select the best foods and supplements for one's health needs. Offers tips and advice on preventing a variety of diseases and disorders through the consumption of several vitamins and minerals.

Presents photographs and descriptions of over six hundred specimens of minerals, rocks, and fossils, and includes brief information about building a collection.

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.

Cover title: Familiar rocks and minerals, North America. Covers 68 minerals and 12 rocks commonly found in North America.

Full-color, illustrated photographs of 300 different minerals and gemstones including copper, gold, and silver; and provides information on color, luster, streak, hardness, specific gravity, cleavage, habit, and crystal system.