How Precious Metals Form

by Julia McDonnell

What makes a metal precious? It's rare, and it's useful. When a metal is both these things, like gold, it's very precious--and expensive. This book takes readers underground where they'll discover the processes and elements that shape precious metals. They'll learn about the features of metals that make them desirable, such as luster, ductility, and reactivity, and how certain metals are utilized. While readers may know something about gold and silver,...

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1482447304
• ISBN13: 9781482447309
• Release Date: July 2016
• Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.6" x 11.0"
• Age Range: 8 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 6