This third edition of A.M. Evan's successful undergraduate text "Introduction to Ore Geology" is an enlarged and extensively revised work. The increase in size (and the new title) primarily reflects the additional coverage of industrial minerals and bulk materials, an area of economic geology that h[...]
"Minerals of the World" is an attractive and up-to-date guide to more than 500 minerals from around the world. The succinct text--covering crystallography, properties, names and varieties, structure, diagnostic features, and occurrence--and the discussion of less common minerals not found in other g[...]
Explains what you need to know about the main supplements, and suggests which to take for specific health problems. This work includes an A-Z guide to 150 supplements for a brighter and healthier life. It also explains the benefits, possible side effects and contraindications.[...]
Improve your life on all levels--mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually--with this essential reference guide to 160 easily-procured crystals, minerals, and stones. Packed with practical knowledge and 190 beautiful full-color photos, this easy-to-use handbook will teach you all about the [...]
Provides useful companions for enthusiasts, who are keen to discover the various aspects of the natural world.[...]
Discover the secrets of geology, from intricate fossilized plants and animals through to a great variety of minerals and crystals; unlock the mysteries of the ground beneath our feet, from how rocks are formed to how meteorites crash to Earth. "Rocks and Minerals" is a compelling guide to a communit[...]
Simon Basher is back with another zany primer to science Following his 3 successful titles on the basics of chemistry, physics, and biology, BASHER SCIENCE: ROCKS AND MINERALS is an in-depth look at the ground beneath our feet. Like his other titles, Basher presents these topics through charming an[...]
This book offers practical advice on vitamins and minerals to help you understand what they do, why you need them and when to take them. The introduction guides you through the basic facts: how vitamins and minerals work and the effects they have on different parts of the body. It explains how your [...]
This book offers practical advice on vitamins and minerals to help you understand what they do, why you need them and when to take them. The introduction guides you through the basic facts: how vitamins and minerals work and the effects they have on different parts of the body. It explains how your [...]
A comprehensive reference to over 700 minerals, rocks, plants and animal fossils from around the globe and how to identify them, with over 2000 photographs and artworks.[...]
This is a fabulous photographic guide to the world of rocks and minerals, as well as how to build your own collection. Expertly written text describes the impact of factors such as time, weather and water erosion on the development of these substances, and the part played by natural phenomena such a[...]
Starting with the Big Bang creation of the universe, Bonewitz (a geologist specializing in crystal chemistry with secondary training in archaeology per his New Age spiritually-oriented Web site) introduces types of rocks, minerals, gemstones, and fossils to novice collectors. The well-illustrated gu[...]
"Sticker Encyclopedia: Rocks and Minerals" features stickers and facts about all types of minerals, from precious metals and seashore pebbles to gems and volcanic rocks. More than just sticker books, DK's "Sticker Encyclopedia" series features a wealth of facts and jaw-dropping statistics.[...]
The new DK "Nature Guides" form a comprehensive, accessible, and informative series of illustrated reference books that tackle key natural history subjects in DK's uniquely visual style. Produced in collaboration with expert consultants at the Smithsonian Institution, each guide is expertly written [...]
Destined to be toted in school backpacks everywhere, this new encyclopedia series for young readers contains on-the-spot information in children's favorite subject areas. Kids love facts: they want to know about the biggest, fastest, tallest, and oldest everything. Full of instant information, these[...]
Collectors have long admired uranium and thorium minerals for their brilliant colors, intense ultraviolet fluorescence, and rich variety of habits and associates. Radioactive minerals are also critically important as our source of nuclear energy. Understanding them is crucial to the safe disposal of[...]
Seeing fluorescent minerals up close for the first time is an exciting experience. The colors are so pure and the glow is so seemingly unnatural, that it is hard to believe they are natural rocks. Hundreds of glowing minerals are shown, including Aragonite, Celestine, Feldspar, Microcline, Picrophar[...]
Describes the properties and distinguishing characteristics of more than 500 rocks and minerals around the world, and includes a color photograph of each specimen.[...]
A complete guide to nutritional supplements. Since the first edition of this book, important new research has emerged and new discoveries and developments have been made. "The A to Z of Vitamins, Minerals and Supplements, Second Edition" provides a current, fresh look at vitamins, minerals, and supp[...]
There is an almost daily barrage of media reports on new studies, some suggesting that a supplement does you good, others indicating that it may be harmful. So how to you sort our fact from fiction? The New Encyclopedia of Vitamins, Minerals, Supplements, and Herbs will inform and update you on: Cur[...]