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An Introduction to the Study of Mineralogy
Edited by Cumhur Aydinalp, ISBN 978-953-307-896-0, Hard cover, 154 pages, Publisher: InTech, Published: February 01, 2012 under CC BY 3.0 license, in subject Geology and Geophysics
DOI: 10.5772/2064
An Introduction to the Study of Mineralogy is a collection of papers that can be easily understood by a wide variety of readers, whether they wish to use it in their work, or simply to extend their knowledge. It is unique in that it presents a broad view of the mineralogy field. The book is intended for chemists, physicists, engineers, and the students of geology, geophysics, and soil science, but it will also be invaluable to the more advanced students of mineralogy who are looking for a concise revision guide.
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Book contents
- Chapter 1An Introduction to Mineralogy
- Chapter 2Mineral and Organic Matter Characterization of Density Fractions of Basalt- and Granite-Derived Soils in Montane California
- Chapter 3Cation Distribution and Equilibration Temperature of Amphiboles from the Sittampundi Complex, South India
- Chapter 4Microstructure – Hydro-Mechanical Property Relationship in Clay Dominant Soils
- Chapter 5Pathways for Quantitative Analysis by X-Ray Diffraction
- Chapter 6Mineralogy of Basaltic Material on the Minor Bodies of Our Solar System
- Chapter 7A Review of Pathological Biomineral Analysis Techniques and Classification Schemes
