Exploring Science Rocks and Minerals : Crystals, Erosion, Geology, Fossils


By: Jack Challoner and Rodney Walshaw

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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.


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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 recognise them.

Title: Exploring Science Rocks and Minerals : Crystals, Erosion, Geology, Fossils

Author Name: Jack Challoner and Rodney Walshaw

ISBN Number: 1861474652

ISBN-13: 9781861474650

Location Published: UK, Armadillo Books: 2015

Binding: Hardcover

Book Condition: New

Size: 29.1 x 22.6 x 1.2 cm

Kg: 1.00 Kg

Type: Book

Categories: Animals & Nature, Rocks, Gems, Minerals, Fossils

Seller ID: 003125

Keywords: 9781861474650, australia, crystals, erosion, exploring science, fossils, geology, jack challoner, rocks and minerals, rodney walshaw, the really good book shop