Rocks & minerals : crystals, erosion, geology, fossils : with 19 easy-to-do experiments and 400 exciting pictures
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Author
Contributors
Walshaw, Rodney, author
Format
Book
Status
Youth Nonfiction
Y 552 CHALLONE
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Y 552 CHALLONE
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Physical Desc
64 pages : colour illustrations ; 28 cm
Language
English
Notes
General Note
Includes index
Description
This title comes with 19 easy-to-do experiments and 400 exciting pictures. It is an exploration of gems, crystals, fossils and stones for the young geologist. It features exciting experiments that you can do at home explain the science of the Earth - cook up some edible toffee rocks, pan for 'gold', and make a fossil imprint. It features 400 specialist photographs and detailed illustrations of rocks, minerals and the land they have shaped. It includes expert tips on starting your very own rock collection. Every second of every day, deep inside the Earth vast rocks, precious metals and beautiful crystals are being formed. This book explains exactly what rocks and minerals are, how they have affected the landscape, why they come in such an array of varieties, and how you can recognize them. It also looks at how they are mined for everyday use - from copper pipes and kitchen foil to exquisite jewels. This is a book that will interest all those who cannot resist picking up pebbles and stones, whether independent readers, families or school groups
Citations
APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Challoner, J., & Walshaw, R. (2015). Rocks & minerals: crystals, erosion, geology, fossils : with 19 easy-to-do experiments and 400 exciting pictures . Armadillo.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Challoner, Jack and Rodney, Walshaw. 2015. Rocks & Minerals: Crystals, Erosion, Geology, Fossils : With 19 Easy-to-do Experiments and 400 Exciting Pictures. Armadillo.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Challoner, Jack and Rodney, Walshaw. Rocks & Minerals: Crystals, Erosion, Geology, Fossils : With 19 Easy-to-do Experiments and 400 Exciting Pictures Armadillo, 2015.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Challoner, Jack,, and Rodney Walshaw. Rocks & Minerals: Crystals, Erosion, Geology, Fossils : With 19 Easy-to-do Experiments and 400 Exciting Pictures Armadillo, 2015.
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