Mineralogy & Gems

In this book, the authors discuss the occurrences, physical properties and applications of spinels. Topics include optical spectroscopy of transiti...

Hematite is the mineral form of iron(III) oxide (Fe2O3), one of several iron oxides. In this book, the authors present current research in the stud...

Hydrothermal crystal growth offers a complementary alternative to many of the classical techniques of crystal growth used to synthesise new materia...

Graphite is the most stable form of carbon under standard conditions and is used in thermochemistry as the standard state for defining the heat of ...

By definition, biosphere is the Earth''s geological shell populated by living organisms. Therefore, the biosphere''s origin and evolution are prima...

Chalcopyrite is the most abundant copper sulfide, the most recalcitrant to hydrometallurgical processing, and a good semiconductor with a wide vari...

Clay minerals are typically formed over long periods of time by the gradual chemical weathering of rocks, usually silicate-bearing, by low concentr...

This book presents topical research in the study of the mineralogy of zircon and olivine and their properties, production and applications. Topics ...

This book should be of great benefit to undergraduate and postgraduate students who are taking geology or geophysics courses. It is also aimed at a...