Publisher's Synopsis
Practical Mineralogy Simplified: For Mining Students, Miners, And Prospectors (1911) is a comprehensive guide to the study of minerals and their properties, written by Jesse Perry Rowe. The book is intended for those in the mining industry, including students, miners, and prospectors, who need a practical understanding of mineralogy to help them identify and extract valuable minerals from the earth.The book begins with an introduction to the basic principles of mineralogy, including the physical and chemical properties of minerals, crystallography, and mineral classification. It then goes on to cover the most common minerals found in various types of rocks and deposits, including metallic minerals, non-metallic minerals, and gemstones.Throughout the book, Rowe provides clear and concise explanations of each mineral's properties, including its color, luster, hardness, and specific gravity. He also includes detailed descriptions of the various tests and techniques used to identify minerals, such as streak testing, acid testing, and X-ray diffraction.In addition to its practical focus, Practical Mineralogy Simplified also includes numerous illustrations and photographs to help readers better understand the properties and characteristics of different minerals. Overall, this book is an invaluable resource for anyone in the mining industry who needs a practical understanding of mineralogy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
