Excerpt from A System of Mineralogy: Descriptive Mineralogy, Comprising the Most Recent Discoveries
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book documents the chronological development of mineralogy, the scientific study of minerals and the inorganic substances in the Earth's crust. The author, an eminent geologist and mineralogist, details the advancements in mineralogy from early classifications based on observable physical properties to modern atomic structure analysis. The book explores the history of mineralogy from its origins in ancient Greece, through the contributions of notable scientists like Agricola, Werner, and Haüy, and into the 20th century. It discusses the evolution of mineralogical theories, experimental techniques, and classification systems. The author also examines how the field has been shaped by technological advances and societal needs, such as the mining industry and the development of new materials. The book provides a comprehensive and engaging account of the development of mineralogy, positioning it within the broader context of scientific and technological progress. Through its detailed exploration of the subject's history, the book offers valuable insights into the nature of scientific inquiry and the human endeavor to understand the composition of our planet. 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 9781527872639_0
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