Rare Rock Marvels

Yves Earhart

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"Rare Rock Marvels" offers a fascinating exploration of extraordinary mineral formations and their dual impact on scientific understanding and human civilization. From the mysterious glowing minerals of Mont Saint-Hilaire to New Zealand's perfectly spherical Moeraki Boulders, the book weaves together scientific principles, historical significance, and cultural implications of remarkable geological specimens found across all continents.The book uniquely bridges multiple disciplines by examining rock formations through three distinct lenses: their physical and chemical properties, their contribution to geological science, and their influence on human development. By incorporating recent geological surveys, laboratory analyses, and archaeological findings, it presents a comprehensive view of how certain stones have shaped both our understanding of Earth's processes and our cultural evolution.The accessible academic style ensures complex concepts remain digestible for general readers while maintaining scientific rigor. Progressing through three main sections—"Formation and Properties," "Scientific Significance," and "Cultural Impact"—the book builds a thorough framework for understanding these geological phenomena. It combines archived research with contemporary studies, offering practical applications for field identification while addressing ongoing debates in the geological community. This approach makes it valuable for both casual geology enthusiasts and serious Earth science students, providing a unique perspective on how rocks and minerals continue to influence our understanding of natural history.

Available since: 01/07/2025.

Print length: 105 pages.

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