Minerals: Their Constitution and Origin

by Hans-Rudolf Wenk, Andrei Bulakh

This introduction to mineralogy for undergraduate and graduate students in geology and materials science has been designed for a semester course. Covering all aspects of mineralogy in an integrated way, it links mineral properties with broader geological processes, and conveys their economic importance throughout the text. Handy reference tables and a glossary of terms make this study an indispensable guide for the next generation of mineralogy students.

668 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2004

Reviews

[CLAIRA'S Reading Review · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Fantastic Introduction.
This book holds a wide range of information that goes into details.
Honestly, answer my questions before i had a chance to think of it.
It's an easy favorite. I have recommended it to many others.