A Visual Guide to Rocks and Minerals (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781508178866)

By studying rocks, we can reconstruct the history of the earth. Even the most insignificant rocks can tell stories about other times because rocks have been around since the beginning of the universe. They provide clues about previous geological events and about what the earth's surface was like in the past. In addition, nearly all the modern products that surround us have elements provided by rocks and minerals, including aluminum cans, copper cables, and titanium spaceships. In this lavishly illustrated volume loaded with timelines, infographics, and diagrams, readers will find invaluable information about the language of rocks and will learn to identify the most important minerals, know their physical and chemical properties, and discover the environments in which they form.

Author: Diana Malizia
ISBN-10: 1508178860
ISBN-13: 9781508178866
Publisher: Rosen Young Adult
Language: English
Published: 12/30/2017
Pages: 104
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.80lbs
Size: 10.90h x 8.40w x 0.20d