Minerals and Gemstones by David Cook
Chances are, at different points of the day, you're standing right on top of buried treasure. That's because deep beneath the Earth's surface, valuable rocks, minerals and gemstones are being formed.-
Minerals & Gemstones is an accessible and informative reference guide to more than 300 of the Earth's natural treasures, from simple sandstones to coveted lapis lazuli, jade, and diamonds.
- Learn what the Earth is made of, how its rocks were formed, and how minerals and gems are used today.
- Organized by internationally recognized classification groups, each entry includes a detailed color photograph and a key information table including specifications such as its luster, transparency, specific gravity, hardness, crystal habits, and associated minerals.
- Pocket-sized guide is convenient for fieldwork and school.
Wion, Jim: - Most people call him Doctor Jim. He has been a keen observer of people and a student of his faith for many years. Having grown up on a farm in western Ohio, he was taught the benefits of soil and animal health as well as strong family values. After graduating from high school, he attended Manchester University in N. Manchester, IN and graduated with a BS in Music Education. Later he attended Palmer College of Chiropractic. This experience prepared him to understand how the body functions and its ability to be self healing. His visionary task for over 35 years has been to alleviate health challenges enabling people to be at their very best physically, emotionally and spiritually. Presently he continues to practice in Pataskala, Ohio along side his wife, Corky. Corky has been his life long friend and wife for 51 years....
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| ISBN 13 | 9781592237357 |
| ISBN 10 | 1592237355 |
| Title | Minerals and Gemstones |
| Author | David Cook |
| Series | Expert Guides |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Thunder Bay Press |
| Year published | 2007-07-01 |
| Number of pages | 320 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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