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Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Find our about the rocks beneath your feet and te minerals they contain. Discover how they are used--from the graphite in pencils, to precious metals and gems. Learn the secrets of ancient fossils and how new rocks are made."--Back cover
"Unearth a treasure trove of geological knowledge with this in-depth guide to over 500 rocks and minerals"--
Author
Publisher
Harper, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers
Pub. Date
[2017]
Description
Science writer Seymour Simon explains to readers the different types of rocks and minerals with facts and full-color photographs. Readers will learn how to identify and classify various kinds of stones, such as granite, sandstone, basalt, quartz, and crystal.
Author
Series
Publisher
Mason Crest
Pub. Date
2018
Description
Practically everything we do or use in our daily lives depends on materials we take from the ground. The history of our exploration of the world has often centered on obtaining strategic mineral resources. For example, the lust for gold funded much of the exploration and conquest of the Americas by Europeans. Look around you now and see all the things that are made out of rocks and minerals. The paper of this book, though mostly plant fiber, has probably...
5) Minerals
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree
Pub. Date
2004
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.1 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Describes what minerals are, where they are found, how they are mined, and how they are used.
7) Coal
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree Pub
Pub. Date
2004
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Discusses what coal is, how it is mined, how it is used, and possible alternatives to coal.
8) Salt
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree Pub. Co
Pub. Date
2004
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Explains the history of salt, how it is produced, its importance to body function, and how it is used throughout the world.
9) Oil and gas
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree Pub
Pub. Date
c2004
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
The Babylonians and Sumerians were using thick, gooey oil as early as 5000 BC as pitch to caulk their boats and hold their building bricks in place. Oil is actually a fuel, like coal, but its use today is more widespread through its products such as gasoline and kerosene. Oil and Gas takes a fascinating look at this disappearing fossil fuel describing how it is made, where it is located in the world, and the environmental and economic problems its...
10) Awesome rocks
Author
Series
Publisher
DK, Penguin Random House
Pub. Date
2015.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.2 - AR Pts: 2
Description
Be a rock detective! Look up close at rocks, minerals and sparkling gems to unravel the clues to classify and identify them. Find out how rocks were formed, where in the world they are found, and what makes them special.
Presents general information about rocks, minerals, and gems, covering how they form, some different types, extraterrestrial rocks, and the unusual characteristics of some rocks. --
11) Planet earth
Series
Publisher
Time-Life Books
Pub. Date
1997
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 9.8 - AR Pts: 4
Description
Describes the earth sciences and examines volcanoes, earthquakes, mountains, rivers, lakes, oceans, rocks, minerals, weather, and the atmosphere.
12) Rock and gem
Author
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
2005
Description
From glittering gemstones to fascinating minerals and fossils, this incredible reference book is a stunning celebration of the Earth s buried treasures. Specially commissioned photography captures the essence and beauty of over 450 superb specimens, while lively and informative text describes the characteristics of each and its unique and changing relationship to humankind through the ages. Organized by rock classes and chemical groups, each rock,...
13) Earth
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
2003
Description
In the best-selling tradition of Smithsonian Animal, this extraordinary survey of our planet provides unrivaled insight into the forces and processes that formed our environment and which continue to influence its evolution. With thousands of breathtaking photographs and unique visual catalogues of the features and phenomena that take place on Earth - such as rocks, minerals, and mountains to tropical rain forests and the different types of clouds...
14) Bones unearthed!
Author
Series
Creepy and true volume 3
Publisher
Abrams Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
©2021.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.7 - AR Pts: 6
Description
"Discover all the mysteries, facts, and discoveries about skeletons that are creepy--and true--in the much-anticipated companion to Mummies Exposed! and Ghosts Unveiled! The Creepy and True series explores strange phenomena, fun facts, and out of the ordinary discoveries. Have you ever wondered what lies beneath our feet? Bones have a story to tell--and not always a happy one. Bones Unearthed!, book 3 of the Creepy and True series, investigates remarkable...
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