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The definitive visual guide combines his knowledge with hundreds of stunning photos from the smithsonians. The three main groups of rocks are then considered. In addition to his authorial work, he runs a photographic library with his wife, helen, and is a dedicated researcher and conservationist. The book is well written and easy to follow and understand. Nature guide rocks and minerals dk publishing download. The lava forms rocks with tiny crystals, such as basalt. Earth find out amazing facts and try some quizzes all about planet earth, from the highest mountains to the longest rivers, the deepest oceans, and the largest deserts. The most important rock forming minerals are then dealt with in a systematic way, followed by the three main rock groups igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic. An informative guide to the world beneath our feet. The new dk nature guides form a comprehensive, accessible, and informative series of illustrated reference books. Igneous rocks make up about 90 percent of the rock. Earths crust is made up of many different types of rocks. Features introduce different categories, from crystals to glowinthedark minerals, and illuminating images provide a closer look and show amazing geological formations.
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