Isbn: 9781025807331 - Limestones Their Origins, Distribution, and Uses (6 results)

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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 'Limestones Their Origins, Distribution, and Uses' provides a comprehensive scientific exploration of one of the most vital sedimentary rocks in the Earth's crust. Authored by F.J. North, this authoritative work examines the complex geological processes involved in the formation of various types of limestone, from organic accumulations to chemical precipitates.The book details the global distribution of limestone deposits, offering insights into the environmental conditions that shaped different strata over millions of years. Beyond its geological origins, North meticulously documents the wide-ranging utility of limestone in human industry. The text covers its essential roles in construction, metallurgy, agriculture, and chemistry, demonstrating how this versatile material has been fundamental to technological and architectural progress.Written with clarity and depth, 'Limestones Their Origins, Distribution, and Uses' is an essential reference for geologists, mineralogists, and students of industrial history. It remains a significant contribution to the field of earth sciences, blending rigorous physical analysis with a practical understanding of the material's economic and cultural importance.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. "Limestones Their Origins, Distribution, and Uses" provides a comprehensive scientific exploration of one of the most vital sedimentary rocks in the Earth's crust. Authored by F.J. North, this authoritative work examines the complex geological processes involved in the formation of various types of limestone, from organic accumulations to chemical precipitates.The book details the global distribution of limestone deposits, offering insights into the environmental conditions that shaped different strata over millions of years. Beyond its geological origins, North meticulously documents the wide-ranging utility of limestone in human industry. The text covers its essential roles in construction, metallurgy, agriculture, and chemistry, demonstrating how this versatile material has been fundamental to technological and architectural progress.Written with clarity and depth, "Limestones Their Origins, Distribution, and Uses" is an essential reference for geologists, mineralogists, and students of industrial history. It remains a significant contribution to the field of earth sciences, blending rigorous physical analysis with a practical understanding of the material's economic and cultural importance.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…