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This book on minerals has been assembled by a geologist who has taught elementary mineralogy for several decades. The presentation of mineralogical information in this book builds from atomistic components, thorough geochemical principles, to the formation of crystal structures and crystallization processes in Part 1. This is followed by classical morphological characterization of crystals and then to the physical properties of minerals in Part II. Crystallographic classification of minerals is presented in Part III with emphasis on geologist-friendly visualization. This is succeeded by chapters on the roles that minerals play in rock-forming process in Part IV, that in this book is expanded beyond the abbreviated treatment characteristic of most other mineralogy textbooks. Part V is an updated review of instrumental techniques that are used in the study of mineralogical materials, including separate chapters on X-ray diffraction and "cook-book" optical mineralogy. The final two chapters, in Part VI, present the systematics of mineral classification in accord with the modified Dana classification, and an alphabetical description of minerals.

The strengths of this book is the upgraded classicial mineralogy, the inclusion of geochemical and geological aspects of mineralogy, and appropriate level of optical mineralogy and an exceptionally through section on analytical instrumentation and techniques. ... Read more

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The TRANSMED Atlas, consisting of a CD-ROM and a book, provides an updated overview of the geological and geophysical characteristics of the Mediterranean region by integrating new and pre-existing data on surface geology, seismic profiles and mantle tomography, both on land and at sea. Sixty-two structural geologists, geophysicists, marine geologists, petrologists, sedimentologists, stratigraphers, paleo-geographers and petroleum geologists coming from eighteen countries and working for the petroleum industry, academia and other institutions, both public and private, have contributed to this publication.

The CD-ROM includes sixteen lithospheric transects across the Mediterranean region and the surrounding areas. Each transect is accompanied by an explanatory text with figures as well as by a series of clickable insets (seismic lines, well logs, litho-chrono-stratigraphic charts, paleo-geographic reconstructions, detailed maps, etc.) providing data in support of the interpretation shown in the transects. An extensive bibliography is included.

The TRANSMED Atlas is geared towards all earth scientists working in the Mediterranean domain, particularly those willing to put the results of their own research within a wider framework,  as well as those unfamiliar with the Mediterranean and finally at university teachers looking for a source of synthetic information for a course in Mediterranean regional geology.

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Natural Organics Removal Using Membranes: Principles, Performance, and Cost provides a unique combination of important new data and operational parameters on the role of membranes in removing natural organic materials during water treatment. It examines and compares the three pressure-driven membrane processes of choice-ultrafiltration, microfiltration, and nanofiltration-in removing natural organics, including disinfection by-products and compounds implicated as carcinogens. After presenting a detailed investigation of natural organics, the text follows with a careful analysis of the efficiencies and operating conditions of the main membrane processes, including discussions of costs and fouling. This reference book introduces membranes in water treatment and shows how various methods can be compared with regard to improving process design, reducing fouling, and selecting the most suitable process, given a variety of source water parameters. The book contains a most comprehensive literature survey on membranes, one that should be of great value to all investigators of membranes in drinking water. ... Read more

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One main target in petroleum recovery is the description of of the three-dimensional distribution of petrophysical properties on the interwell scale in carbonate reservoirs, in order to improve performance predictions by means of fluid-flow computer simulations The book focuses on the improvement of geological, petrophysical, and geostatistical methods, describes the basic petrophysical properties, important geology parameters, and rock fabrics from cores, and discusses their spatial distribution. A closing chapter deals with reservoir models as an input into flow simulators. ... Read more

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The book summarizes the recent progress in ceramics research. Several novel concepts for materials selection and microstructural design are presented, as are experimental results that substantiate the ideas. These newly designed materials include multiphase ceramic composites of three phases with strengths of 1000 MPa and toughnessof 10 MPam0.5. They can be fabricated to mimic the macrostructure of wood and are machineable because of their novel microstructure.

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The book emphasizes various aspects of processing secondary sources for recovery of uranium. The field of secondary resource processing is gaining ground over the last few years as it is eco-friendly, economical and in tune with the philosophy of sustainable development. The book is the first one of its type in the area and includes a succint and comprehensive description of related areas of ore mineralogy, resource classification, processing principles involved in uranium solubilisation followed by separation and safety aspects. The clear organisation and the carefully selected figures and tables makes the treatment invaluable for practising engineers, research workers and academic institutions. ... Read more

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'Altogether this is a most informative and readable book, and the paperback version is very reasonably priced.It is recommended for anyone who wishes to gain an informed up-to-date introduction to the geology of this geologically complex, yet historically important area.' - Mineralogical MagazineOctober 1999 ... Read more

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This book presents a systematic look at the utilization of rock and mineral materials from prehistoric times through the 17th century ACE. The coverage is nearly world-wide and gives more than 800 references. Among the numerous illustrations are maps showing the location of major rock, mineral, and ore deposits, as well as photos and drawings of minerals, artifacts, statues, and large structures. Major portions of this book are based on 34 years of experience the author has doing geoarchaeology, archaeomineralogy, and archaeometallurgy in more than a dozen countries in Europe, Asia, Africa, and North America. ... Read more

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an ok guide for introductory petrology
This spiral bound manual serves as a nice companion to Petrology lab work. The color photographs of thin sections are the strong point of the manual. The organization, however, is the weak point. I find myself having to look up each mineral in the index in order to find it in the book --there does not seem to be any logical organization to the entries. Like I said, the photos are very helpful, but be prepared to spend time hunting for what you're looking for. ... Read more

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Written with the non-major/allied health student in mind, the authors use common, everyday analogies to explain the many difficult microbiology concepts.Unlike any other allied health microbiology textbook on the market, the art program showcases beautiful illustrations with the use of bold, primary colors.A taxonomic approach is used for the study of pathogens. ... Read more

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Good book
I liked this book because it explained difficult micro concepts in an understandable fashion. I liked the illustrations in the book and the parasitic microbes was most interesting. I also found the following which I got on amazon outstanding:
Microbiology Study Guide: Key Review Questions and Answers
isbn - 0971999635
This study guide helped me study for my college exams because these questions were the kind my teacher asked. Both books are very good, I'm glad I used them. I passed the my micro class with ease. ... Read more

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This comprehensive volume, covering all aspectsof mineralogy, optical mineralogy and petrology addresses the recentand dramatic shift in geological focus from a hard rock emphasis toan environmental orientation. The text blends descriptive aspectswith theory and quantitative analysis and details the exciting newdevelopments in the study of earth materials.Textcovers all aspects of minerals, Optical Mineralogy and Petrology. For those interested in a one-volume source coveringthe important scientific aspects of both minerals and rocks. ... Read more

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Recent discoveries of diamond and coesite in the upper crustal rocks of the Earth have drastically changed scientists' ideas concerning the limits of crustal metamorphism. This book provides detailed accounts of the discoveries of diamond and coesite in crustal rocks and provides insights regarding their formation at very high pressures. The formation of these minerals is related to subduction and continental collision and the tectonics, petrological and mineralogical conditions of diamond and coesite formation are each discussed. Written by the leading workers in this exciting field, this book attempts to define an entirely new field of metamorphism - ultrahigh pressure metamorphism (UHPM). In doing so, it explains the formation of ultrahigh pressure minerals and explores new ideas regarding the tectonic setting of this style of metamorphism. This book will be of particular interest to researchers and graduate students of metamorphic petrology and global tectonics. ... Read more

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Up from the depths - but only for the experts
Untrahigh pressure metamorphism has affected rocks that have been buried deep within the Earth (>60km).Such rocks were unknown about 15 years ago, but more and more examples are being found.This book summarizes what was known about these rocks in 1994 and is an excellent introduction to the topic. Research is continuing at a rapid pace, so the book is slightly out of date (the only reason for not giving it 5 stars). There are chapters on the mineralogy, the metamorphic textures and the tectonics of these remarkable rocks. The general public should be aware that this is a book for geoscience graduate students and professionals. ... Read more

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The atmosphere is an important pathway for the transport of continentally-derived material to the oceans. In this respect the Mediterranean Sea is of special importance because its atmosphere receives inputs of anthropogenic aerosols from the north and desert- derived Saharan dusts from the south. The dusts, much of which is transported in the form of seasonal `pulses', have important effects on climate, marine chemistry and sedimentation in the Mediterranean Sea. This volume brings together reviews and specific-topic papers on the following aspects of Saharan dust transport to the Mediterranean Sea: (i) the modelling of Saharan dust transport, (ii) the chemistry and mineralogy of the dusts and their effect on precipitation, (iii) the contribution of the dusts to marine sedimentation, (iv) the aerobiology of the dusts, and (v) climatic implications of Saharan dust transport. The volume is aimed at students and researchers with an interest in the climate, biogeochemistry and geology of the Mediterranean Sea. ... Read more

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The most practical and informative reference book for the jewellery trade. It provides all the information on necessary areas of product knowledge required by the professional jeweller.
It is also an invaluable text for all students studying for NAG JET and NAG Gemmology courses, and the new summary and learning section will greatly improve the textbook elements of this new edition.

This new edition also includes an entirely new chapter on the appraisal of jewellery and one on gemmological instruments. The current material in the book will also be updated throughout, bringing it in line with the new NAG courses.



Demand is growing for appraising jewellery for insurance, hence the addition of this new chapter and the addition of the gemmological instruments chapter will increase the market
to include yet more gemmologists rather than solely jewellers. Pawnbrokers will also be interested in this new text, as well as the secondhand sectors of the jewellery manufacturing trade.

* Updated information on Diamond Grading
* Hallmarking information updated in line with the 1999 changes
* Additional summary and learning exercises ... Read more