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OverviewThe mineral Titania is found in large, well-formed crystals at localities around the world. Over 100 color photos display three of the common titanium dioxide minerals: rutile, anatase, and brookite, along with a variety of interesting mineralogical phenomena. These are specimens the average collector will be able to obtain and study. The text is informative and thorough, listing the classic localities and describing both their fascinating diversity, including such phenomena as oriented growth, twinning, and pseudomorphism. The book also provides a solid explanation of the structures of rutile, anatase, and brookite and their phase relations. Their formation and geochemistry is described along with the environments in which the minerals were formed. For anyone fascinated by engaging minerals, this book will be a treasured source of useful information. AUTHOR: Robert J. Lauf has been studying and writing about minerals for many years. This is his sixth book with Schiffer Publishing. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Robert J. Lauf, PhD.Publisher: Schiffer Publishing Ltd Imprint: Schiffer Publishing Ltd Weight: 0.544kg ISBN: 9780764332685ISBN 10: 0764332686 Pages: 96 Publication Date: 31 May 2009 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationRobert J. Lauf has been studying and writing about minerals for many years. This is his sixth book with Schiffer Publishing. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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