Minerals And How They Occur: A Book For Secondary Schools And Prospectors (1906)

""Minerals And How They Occur: A Book For Secondary Schools And Prospectors"" is a comprehensive guide to the science of minerals, written by Willet Green Miller and originally published in 1906. The book covers a wide range of topics related to minerals, including their physical and chemical properties, the processes of their formation, and the various ways in which they can be identified and classified. The book is intended for use by both secondary school students and professional prospectors, and as such it strikes a balance between technical detail and accessibility. It includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers visualize the various concepts and processes discussed in the text. Some of the specific topics covered in the book include crystallography, mineralogy, petrology, and the different types of rocks and minerals found in various geological formations. The book also includes a glossary of terms and a list of references for further reading. Overall, ""Minerals And How They Occur"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of minerals and their role in the natural world, from students and educators to amateur and professional geologists and prospectors.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.