Excerpt from Tin: Describing the Chief Methods of Mining, Dressing, and Smelting It Abroad; With Notes Upon Arsenic, Bismuth, and Wolfram
Near the former place, which has given its name to the entire district, the mineral (cassiterite) occurs in deposits of two distinct sorts; in the one case impregnated through a mass of rock (locally known as zwitter) that measures about 1312 feet across its outcrop in the other, associated with hematite, quartz, and other gangue, in a number of small but regular fissures, averaging rarely more than 8 inches in width. These latter form a complete network of veins through the same formation of zwitter alluded to, which is enriched wherever they traverse it, although the veins themselves now hold but a comparatively small amount of tin. On passing into the adjoining porphyritic granite, most of them, however, appear to become richer, and are frequently found with a parting of red clay; whilst, on the other hand, they cease to be productive, where they enter the next adjacent eruptive masses of quartz-porphyry and syenite-porphyry, which so imperceptibly merge into one another, that no distinct line of demarcation can be traced between them.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of tin mining in Altenberg, Germany, during the 19th century. The author provides a comprehensive overview of the region's geology, mining techniques, and ore-processing methods used at the time, offering insights into the historical practices of tin extraction. It explores the unique characteristics of the local zwitter rock formations and the influence they had on mining operations. The book also delves into the social and economic aspects of the industry, shedding light on the lives of miners and the significance of tin production in the region. Its detailed descriptions and illustrations bring to life the challenges and ingenuity involved in extracting tin from the earth, making it a valuable resource for historians, geologists, and anyone interested in the history of mining. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780282917326_0
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