Methods and Instrumentations: Results and Recent Developments
Arnold S. . Ed(S): Marfunin
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Paperback. Editor(s): Marfunin, Arnold S. Series: Advanced Mineralogy (Closed). Num Pages: 462 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PHM; PNK; PNR; PNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 23. Weight in Grams: 712.
All existing introductory reviews of mineralogy are written accord ing to the same algorithm, sometimes called the "Dana System of Mineralogy". Even modern advanced handbooks, which are cer tainly necessary, include basic data on minerals and are essentially descriptive. When basic information on the chemistry, structure, optical and physical properties, distinguished features and para genesis of 200-400 minerals is presented, then there is practically no further space available to include new ideas and concepts based on recent mineral studies. A possible solution to this dilemma would be to present a book beginning where introductory textbooks end for those already famil ... Read more
All existing introductory reviews of mineralogy are written accord ing to the same algorithm, sometimes called the "Dana System of Mineralogy". Even modern advanced handbooks, which are cer tainly necessary, include basic data on minerals and are essentially descriptive. When basic information on the chemistry, structure, optical and physical properties, distinguished features and para genesis of 200-400 minerals is presented, then there is practically no further space available to include new ideas and concepts based on recent mineral studies. A possible solution to this dilemma would be to present a book beginning where introductory textbooks end for those already famil ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
Number of pages
462
Condition
New
Series
Advanced Mineralogy (Closed)
Number of Pages
441
Place of Publication
Berlin, Germany
ISBN
9783642785283
SKU
V9783642785283
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Reviews for Methods and Instrumentations: Results and Recent Developments
"...the only up-to-date volume which provides such a wide comprehensive summary of modern instrumental methods in mineralogy. This volume is highly recommended. The editor and contributors are to be congratulated on the scope and coverage of the current volume, and the books production and presentation is up to the usual high standard of the publishers." Geological Magazine