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64 pp.
| Watts |
September, 1998 |
LibraryISBN 0-531-20385-9$$22.00
(3)
4-6First Book series.
Kittinger begins with a thorough description of mineral classification and identification, with liberal use of proper scientific terminology and good discussion of crystal structure. Subsequent chapters cover metals, nonmetals, and gemstones, with color photographs of both common minerals, and the rarer minerals prized as gems and birthstones. Bib., glos., ind.