Publisher's Synopsis
The World's Minerals is a comprehensive book written by Leonard James Spencer and published in 1916. The book provides a detailed overview of the minerals found across the world, including their properties, uses, and distribution. It covers a wide range of minerals, from the common ones like iron, copper, and gold to the lesser-known ones like beryllium and boron. The book also includes information on the geological processes that lead to the formation of these minerals and the methods used to extract them. Additionally, it covers the economic and industrial significance of minerals, including their use in manufacturing, construction, and energy production. The World's Minerals is a valuable resource for geologists, mineralogists, and anyone interested in the study of minerals and their role in the global economy.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.
