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Describes the difference between rocks, minerals, and gems. Explains how different types of rock were formed.

Contains over two thousand facts about rocks, gems and crystals, fossils, and minerals, each with a color illustration, and includes general information about rocks, minerals, and fossils, explaining what they are, where they are found, and how they are used.

Simple text and photos introduce several kinds of rocks, their properties, and various ways rocks are used by people.

Introduces the three types of rocks--igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic--discussing where they can be found, and explaining what can be learned from the study of rocks.

Contains color photographs and descriptions of over five hundred rocks and minerals from around the world, and includes information on rock and mineral characteristics, as well as advice on starting and organizing a collection.

An introduction to earth science that explores the geological forces that shape the planet.

Photographs and illustrated instructions for preparing experiments related to the different types of rocks and the rock cycle.

A pocket guide to identifying the 150 most common North American rocks and minerals.

"In this book, young readers will learn about famous rocks throughout history"--.

Easy-to-understand text explains what minerals are and the different types.