An Elementary Guide To Determinative Mineralogy

By Charles Gilbert Wheeler

Book Overview

""An Elementary Guide To Determinative Mineralogy"" is a book written by Charles Gilbert Wheeler and published in 1881. The book is a comprehensive guide to the identification of minerals based on their physical and chemical properties. It is intended for use by students and amateur mineralogists who wish to learn how to identify minerals using simple tools and techniques.The book begins with an introduction to the study of minerals, including their physical and chemical properties, crystal forms, and classification. The author then discusses the tools and equipment needed for mineral identification, including microscopes, polarizing filters, and chemical reagents.The bulk of the book is devoted to the identification of minerals based on their physical and chemical properties. The author provides detailed descriptions of each mineral, including its color, luster, hardness, cleavage, fracture, and other characteristics. He also includes information on the chemical composition of each mineral and how it can be identified using various tests.Throughout the book, the author provides numerous examples and illustrations to help readers understand the concepts and techniques involved in mineral identification. He also includes a glossary of terms and a list of mineral species for reference.Overall, ""An Elementary Guide To Determinative Mineralogy"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of minerals. It provides a clear and concise introduction to the subject, and its practical approach makes it accessible to students and amateur mineralogists alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166425665
• ISBN13: 9781166425661
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 82 Pages
• Weight: 0.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"