Chemistry of minerals, crystals and gems

Morgan discusses the origin of the emerald, its peculiar structure, and its strange allure.

This 5th edition of the Zeolite Powder Pattern Collection contains calculated patterns of 218 zeolite materials representing 174 framework topologies.

A lavishly illustrated, in-depth early history covering two thousand years of diamond jewelry and commerce, from the Indian mines to European merchants, courts, and workshopsThis richly illustrated history of diamonds illuminates myriad facets of the "e;king of gems,"e; including a cast of larger-than-life characters such as Alexander the Great, the Mughal emperor Jahangir, and East India Company adventurers.

Kids find that their imagination starts to grow when they learn about new things and rocks and minerals are a natural aspect of the outdoors but kids tend to not take time to really look closely at each one.

The Earth is home to hidden gems, rocks and other natural wonders.

What makes the Earth unique in the solar system?

Platinum-Nickel-Chromium Deposits: Geology, Exploration, and Reserve Base is the first reference book to combine information on the discovery of numerous minerals within existing deposits.

Over the past 20 years, synchrotron-based research applications have provided important insight into the geochemical cycling of ions and the chemical and crystallographic properties of minerals in soils and sediments.

die Weltwirtschaft hungert nach wertvollen Mineralen und Seltenen Erden – sind sie doch Ausgangstoffe für unzählige Produkte, vom Smartphone bis zur Windkraftanlage.

Earth's outer crustGeologistsTime and rock unitsGeologic mapWhat are rocks and minerals?

The Earth is home to hidden gems, rocks and other natural wonders.

What makes the Earth unique in the solar system?

Kids find that their imagination starts to grow when they learn about new things and rocks and minerals are a natural aspect of the outdoors but kids tend to not take time to really look closely at each one.

After Senator Barack Obama delivered his celebrated speech, "e;A More Perfect Union,"e; on March 18, 2008, New York Times columnist Maureen Dowd noted that only Barack Obama "e;could alchemize a nuanced 40-minute speech on race into must-see YouTube viewing for 20-year-olds.

This 2007 book presents a complete nomenclature of metamorphic rock terms for all geoscientists studying metamorphic rocks.

The new edition of this popular textbook once again provides an indispensable guide for the next generation of mineralogists.

The new edition of this popular textbook once again provides an indispensable guide for the next generation of mineralogists.

An Introduction to Mineral Sciences explains the principles underlying the modern study of minerals.

An Introduction to Mineral Sciences explains the principles underlying the modern study of minerals.

A comprehensive guide for students and researchers to the physical processes inside volcanoes that control eruption frequency, duration, and size.

A comprehensive guide for students and researchers to the physical processes inside volcanoes that control eruption frequency, duration, and size.

Thoroughly updated to include exciting discoveries from spacecraft missions and laboratory analyses, as well as new teaching resources.

Thoroughly updated to include exciting discoveries from spacecraft missions and laboratory analyses, as well as new teaching resources.

A concise introduction to the mineralogy and petrology of igneous and metamorphic rocks for all Earth Science students.

A new edition of a classic text introducing metamorphic rocks and how they form, in full colour and thoroughly updated.

A comprehensive guide to carbon inside Earth – its quantities, movements, forms, origins, changes over time and impact on planetary processes.

A comprehensive guide to carbon inside Earth – its quantities, movements, forms, origins, changes over time and impact on planetary processes.

Fully updated new edition features a new introductory chapter and more end-of-chapter questions, guiding students to a mastery of petrology.

A new edition of a classic text introducing metamorphic rocks and how they form, in full colour and thoroughly updated.

The new edition of Radiogenic Isotope Geology examines revolutionary changes in geochemical thinking, evaluating them in historical context.

The new edition of Radiogenic Isotope Geology examines revolutionary changes in geochemical thinking, evaluating them in historical context.

An overview of state-of-the-art research into properties and possible formation mechanisms of chondrules, by leading cosmochemists and astrophysicists.

A review of the issues surrounding clays in the mineral processing value chain, from mining to processing and waste disposal.

A review of the issues surrounding clays in the mineral processing value chain, from mining to processing and waste disposal.

A comprehensive overview of the evidence for fluid-crystal-liquid (hydromagmatic) interactions in layered intrusions, for academic researchers and professional geologists.

Designed specifically for one-semester courses, this beautifully illustrated textbook explains the key concepts in mineralogy and petrology.

Designed specifically for one-semester courses, this beautifully illustrated textbook explains the key concepts in mineralogy and petrology.

Fossil biomineralizarion in a geologic framework for advanced students and researchers in paleontology, Earth history, evolution, sedimentology, geochemistry, and materials science.

This book provides a self-contained text that introduces the subject from a basic level and then takes the reader through applications of the theory.

Fossil biomineralizarion in a geologic framework for advanced students and researchers in paleontology, Earth history, evolution, sedimentology, geochemistry, and materials science.

A significantly expanded new edition of this practical guide to rock physics and geophysical interpretation for reservoir geophysicists and engineers.

Advanced textbook outlining the physical, chemical, and biological properties of sedimentary rocks through petrographic microscopy, geochemical techniques, and field study.

A summary of the current state-of-the-art in volcanic and tectonic hazard assessment of nuclear facilities for researchers, geologists and engineers.

A significantly expanded new edition of this practical guide to rock physics and geophysical interpretation for reservoir geophysicists and engineers.

Advanced textbook outlining the physical, chemical, and biological properties of sedimentary rocks through petrographic microscopy, geochemical techniques, and field study.

A key reference for researchers and advanced students of petrology, Archaean geology and economic geology.