In-depth information about rock formation and change. Galleries of rocks, minerals, and gems to identify and collect.
... rocks by physical and chemical changes. Water is one of the prime agents of weathering. Water expands when it freezes and can produce great pressure. Temperature changes also cause rocks to weather. The sun can heat the surface of a rock ...
Gives informative descriptions and photographs of more than five hundred specimens of rocks and minerals.
"The Earth's rocks and minerals are incredibly varied, but they have many features in common. This book explores the main types of rocks, looking at their characteristics, properties, and uses"--Provided by publisher.
Describes in simple language the composition, formation, and structure of different types of rocks and minerals.
"In this volume, join a crystal-crazy fanboy and a famous rock hunter on a geological journey that will take them to the summit of a volcano, deep within the earth, and even into outer space!
Text and photographs examine the creation, importance, erosion, mining, and uses of rocks and minerals.
Rocks and Minerals
This book identifies minerals, tells how they are used in common, everyday life. It also explains how the rock cycle works and the three main types of rocks. This book also differentiates between rocks, minerals and gems.
From common rocks such as granite and limestone to exotic crystals and minerals, this easy-to-use guide tells beginning "rock-hounds" all they need to know.
Rocks and Minerals
Rocks and Minerals
Rocks and Minerals
Each book in this series includes at least seven experiments with detailed, age-appropriate instructions, great facts and background information, a conclusions section to pull all the concepts investigated in the book together, and a ...