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The Fundamental Principles Of Petrology

The Fundamental Principles Of Petrology

Weinschenk, Ernst
Johannsen, Albert

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Fiction AnthologiesHistory & Philosophy of SciencePets: Dogs

ISBN10: 1163773328
ISBN13: 9781163773321
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 234
Weight: 0.70
Height: 0.49 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Fundamental Principles of Petrology by Ernst Weinschenk is a comprehensive guide to the study of rocks and their formation. The book covers the basic principles of petrology, including the classification, composition, and structure of rocks. It also delves into the processes that form rocks, such as igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic processes.The author provides detailed explanations of the physical and chemical processes that occur during rock formation. He also discusses the tools and techniques used in petrology, such as microscopy, X-ray diffraction, and geochemical analysis.The book is organized into six chapters, each covering a different aspect of petrology. The first chapter provides an introduction to the subject, while the second chapter covers the classification and nomenclature of rocks. The third chapter discusses the composition and mineralogy of rocks, while the fourth chapter focuses on the structure and texture of rocks.The fifth chapter covers the various processes that form rocks, including igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic processes. The final chapter discusses the application of petrology in various fields, such as geology, mining, and engineering.Overall, The Fundamental Principles of Petrology is a valuable resource for students and professionals in the field of geology. It provides a thorough understanding of the basic principles of petrology and the processes that form rocks. The book is well-written and easy to understand, making it accessible to readers with varying levels of knowledge on the subject.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.

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