Amazonite: Mineralogy, Crystalchemistry and Typomorphism provides in-depth coverage of the geological setting, mineralogy, chemistry, and spectroscopic parameters, typomorphic features, and the potential technological and economical uses associated with amazonite discovery. Featuring detailed characterization of the geological settings of amazonite, as well a full investigation of its chemical composition, structural features, and properties with respect to each genetic type of granite, the book covers all key aspects of amazonite and the benefits of its discovery. Users will find the information to be an important reference for both newcomers and seasoned professionals in the field of mineralogy worldwide. Presents a thorough guide to amazonite, a mineral in geologic formations that often signifies the presence of rare earth elements Characterizes the distinctive features of influence in the geological setting of amazonite, as well as in the relationship between deposits and specific genetic types of the granitoidsIncludes discussion of amazonite science topics, including the crystal chemical and spectrometric parameters of amazonite and the gemological significance of the amazoniteProvides the first English translation of the popular Russian reference book on the topic INDICE: 1. Introduction 2. Geological Setting 3. Mineralogy 4. Morphology, Crystalchemistry, and Properties of Amazonite 5. Color and Genesis of Amazonite 6. Importance of Amazonite: Typomorphic Features and Employment 7. Conclusions
- ISBN: 978-0-12-803721-8
- Editorial: Elsevier
- Encuadernacion: Rústica
- Páginas: 240
- Fecha Publicación: 12/11/2015
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés