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Springer Crystal Identification with the Polarizing Microscope

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Master the fundamentals of optical mineralogy with this specialized guide from Springer. Designed for students of geology and chemistry, this resource focuses on the precise measurements made possible through the use of a polarizing or petrographic microscope. Learning to identify minerals like quartz, plagioclase, and pyroxene becomes a practical and rewarding experience. By measuring the refractive index to better than one part in a thousand, students can determine anorthite content and magnesium ratios with high accuracy. This book bridges the gap between basic geological tools, such as the Brunton compass, and advanced microscopic analysis. It provides a clear path for beginners to develop technical skills that require minimal theory but offer significant scientific satisfaction. Whether you are studying rock surfaces or mineral composition, this text serves as an essential reference for understanding the power of optical measurements in the field of science.

Key Features

Provides detailed guidance on using a polarizing or petrographic microscope for mineral identification.

Teaches students how to measure refractive index with precision better than one part in a thousand.

Covers essential techniques for determining the anorthite content of plagioclase.

Explains how to identify the magnesium ratio of pyroxene through optical mineralogy.

Designed for beginning students looking to advance from basic tools to microscopic analysis.

Offers practical scientific skills that require very little training to achieve accuracy.

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paperback
Domain
Amazon UK
Publication Date
31 August 1994
Listed Since
27 December 2006

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