Dimensions
240 x 307 x 25mm
This is the ultimate photographic guide to the world of rocks and minerals, with a strong emphasis on how to build a diverse and colourful collection.
A comprehensive, highly visual introduction explains the formation and classification of the many types of rock and mineral.
Expertly written text clarifies the impact of factors such as time, weather and water erosion on external character, and how contact with heat and pressure can prompt the metamorphosis of one rock into another.
All entries include quick-reference identification checklists to aid recognition, and practical information on how rocks and minerals are used in industry.
