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The World's Minerals (1916)

The World's Minerals (1916)

Spencer, Leonard James
Hamman, William David

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Fiction AnthologiesChemistryEnvironmental Studies

ISBN10: 1164132814
ISBN13: 9781164132813
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 422
Weight: 1.24
Height: 0.86 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The World's Minerals is a comprehensive book written by Leonard James Spencer in 1916. The book provides a detailed overview of the minerals found across the world, including their properties, uses, and distribution. The author covers a wide range of minerals, from the commonly known ones like gold, silver, and copper to the lesser-known ones like thorium, tantalum, and beryllium.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific mineral or group of minerals. The author begins by discussing the properties and uses of minerals in general, before delving into the specifics of each mineral. He provides detailed information on the geological formation of each mineral, its physical and chemical properties, and its uses in various industries.The author also discusses the mining and processing of minerals, including the different techniques used for extraction and refining. He provides insights into the challenges faced by miners and the impact of mining on the environment.Overall, The World's Minerals is an informative and insightful book that provides a comprehensive overview of the minerals found across the world. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in geology, mining, or the industrial applications of minerals.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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