Excerpt from Useful Knowledge, Vol. 1 of 3: Or a Familiar Account of the Various Productions of Nature, Mineral, Vegetable, and Animal
On these subjects there has not hitherto been published any work in which they are collectively to be'found nor could a knowledge of them be obtained but by, the consultation of many and expensive writings. That they are generally im portant to be known will not probably be denied.
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Excerpt from Useful Knowledge, Vol. 1 of 3: Or a Familiar Account of the Various Productions of Nature, Mineral, Vegetable, and Animal
On these subjects there has not hitherto been published any work in which they are collectively to be'found nor could a knowledge of them be obtained but by, the consultation of many and expensive writings. That they are generally im portant to be known will not probably be denied.
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Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com
This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a comprehensive guide to minerals, their properties and uses. Organized by logical groupings, the author starts by laying out the basic principles of how minerals form, are deposited, and are subsequently found by miners and collectors. The second part of the book presents a thorough system for classifying and identifying minerals, including tests that can be performed to distinguish between similar-looking substances. The author also introduces the simple mineral substances of which all minerals are composed. An extensive third section of the book makes up the bulk of the text and is devoted to a detailed description of individual mineral species. These descriptions cover everything from the physical properties of each mineral to its chemical composition, uses, and sources of supply. This book is a valuable resource for students, collectors, miners, and anyone interested in the fascinating world of minerals. It offers a wealth of information and insights, making it an indispensable guide for understanding and appreciating the subject. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332330980_0
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