Reseña del libro "Principles of Mineralogy (en Inglés)"
Principles of Mineralogy is a comprehensive textbook written by William Henry Dennen. The book is designed to provide a thorough understanding of the fundamental principles of mineralogy. It covers the physical and chemical properties of minerals, their crystal structures, and the processes that form them. The book also includes detailed descriptions of the most common minerals, their occurrence, and their uses. The book is divided into six parts. Part one covers the basic principles of mineralogy, including crystal structures, chemical composition, and physical properties. Part two focuses on the formation of minerals, including igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic processes. Part three covers the identification of minerals, including optical, X-ray, and chemical methods. Part four provides detailed descriptions of the most common minerals, including their physical and chemical properties, occurrence, and uses. Part five covers mineral deposits, including ore deposits and mineral resources. Part six covers special topics in mineralogy, including gemstones, meteorites, and mineralogy in industry. Throughout the book, Dennen provides clear explanations of complex concepts and includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to aid in understanding. The book is suitable for students of mineralogy, geology, and related fields, as well as professionals in the mining and mineral industries.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.
