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Crystal & gem / written by Dr. R.F. Symes and Dr. R.R. Harding.

By: Contributor(s): Material type: TextTextSeries: DK eyewitness booksPublisher: New York : DK 2023Copyright date: ©2023Edition: American edition; Revised edition; New editionDescription: 72 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color map ; 29 cmContent type:
  • text
  • still image
Media type:
  • unmediated
Carrier type:
  • volume
Audience:
  • Children
ISBN:
  • 9780744081558
  • 0744081556
  • 9780744081541
  • 0744081548
Other title:
  • Crystal and gem
  • Eyewitness crystal & gem
  • Eyewitness crystal and gem
  • DK eyewitness crystal & gem
Subject(s): Genre/Form:
Contents:
What is a crystal? 6 A world of crystals 8 -- Natural beauty 10 -- On the surface 12 -- Inside crystals 14 -- Crystal color 16 -- Identification 18 -- Natural growth 20 -- Crystal habits 22 -- Extraction 24 -- Growing crystals 26 -- Crystals at work 28 -- Crystal vibrations 30 -- Quartz 32 -- Diamond 34 -- Corundum 36 -- Beryl 38 -- Opal 40 -- Other gemstones 42 -- Collectors' items 48 -- Stones for carving 50 -- Precious metals 52 -- Organic gems 54 -- What is it worth? 56 -- Cutting gems 58 -- Lore and legend 60 -- At home 62 -- Did you know? 64 -- Identifying gemstones 66 -- Find out more 68.
Summary: Describes how crystals form in nature, how crystals are grown artificially, and how crystals are used in industry. Numerous color photos with text identify the various gemstones.Summary: "Discover the beauty of emeralds, rubies, lapis lazuli, jade, silver, and gold in this glittering collection of precious stones and metals. Learn where crystals can be found, how they form, and what they are used for--from dazzling jewelry to diamond-cutting tools and the silicon chip in your phone!"--page 4 of cover.Summary: "Learn all about sparkling gemstones and eye-catching crystals in this handy reference guide for young readers. From the rarest crystal to the most common stone, gems from around the world are revealed in dazzling detail in this illustrated guide. Discover what exactly crystals and gems are, how they're formed, how to identify them, and how they can be used in everything from microchips to jewelry making. How can a rough diamond become a show-stopping centerpiece? Where does labradorite get its colors? Why are there quartz crystals in clocks and watches? How can crystals be grown in a laboratory? Packed with essential information, this edition is more interactive than ever with new infographics, statistics, and facts. Eyewitness Crystal & Gem is the perfect guide for homework help on crystals or for those who simply want to further their knowledge of these fabulous natural creations. Part of DK's best-selling Eyewitness series, which is now getting an exciting makeover, this popular title has been reinvigorated for the next generation of information-seekers and stay-at-home explorers, with a fresh new look, new photographs, updated information, and a new "eyewitness" feature-fascinating first-hand accounts from experts in the field."--publisher.
Holdings
Item type Home library Collection Call number Materials specified Status Date due Barcode Item holds
Children's Book Children's Book Dr. James Carlson Library Children's NonFiction 548 S986 Available 33111011078934
Children's Book Children's Book Northport Library Children's NonFiction 548 S986 Checked out 07/19/2024 33111011132640
Total holds: 0

Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

From the rarest crystal to the most common stone, gems from around the world are revealed in dazzling detail in this illustrated guide.

Become an eyewitness to the many different varieties of crystals and gems in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of the world of precious stones. Children will be mesmerized by the many uses of rocks like quartz and understanding crystals - from dazzling jewellery to diamond cutting tools and the silicon chip in their phone.

This illustrated guide for kids aged 9+ reveals what exactly crystals and gems are, how they're formed, how to identify them, and how they can be used in everything from microchips to jewelry making.

Throughout the pages of this newly-revised book on precious stones, you can expect to find:

- A fresh new look; new photographs, updated information, and a new "eyewitness" feature.
- Amazing facts, updated diagrams, statistics, and timelines.
- Brand new eyewitness accounts from experts in the field.

Eyewitness Crystal & Gem features striking full-color photographs of beautiful stones, including pearl and shell, jet and amber, quartz crystals, precious metals gemstones and much more!

In this guide, curious children can find the answers to questions like, how can a rough diamond become a show-stopping centerpiece? Where does labradorite get its colors? Why are there quartz crystals in clocks and watches? How can crystals be grown in a laboratory?

So, what's new?

Part of DK's best-selling Eyewitness series, this popular title has been reinvigorated for the next generation of information-seekers and stay-at-home explorers, with a fresh new look, up to 20 percent new images, including photography and updated diagrams, updated information, and a new "eyewitness" feature with fascinating first-hand accounts from experts in the field.

Explore the series!

Globally, the Eyewitness series has sold more than 50 million copies over 30 years. Travel through the solar system with Eyewitness Space , discover the incredible world of creepy-crawlies in Eyewitness Insect, or take a trip aboard the most famous ship in history with Eyewitness Titanic.

Includes index.

What is a crystal? 6 A world of crystals 8 -- Natural beauty 10 -- On the surface 12 -- Inside crystals 14 -- Crystal color 16 -- Identification 18 -- Natural growth 20 -- Crystal habits 22 -- Extraction 24 -- Growing crystals 26 -- Crystals at work 28 -- Crystal vibrations 30 -- Quartz 32 -- Diamond 34 -- Corundum 36 -- Beryl 38 -- Opal 40 -- Other gemstones 42 -- Collectors' items 48 -- Stones for carving 50 -- Precious metals 52 -- Organic gems 54 -- What is it worth? 56 -- Cutting gems 58 -- Lore and legend 60 -- At home 62 -- Did you know? 64 -- Identifying gemstones 66 -- Find out more 68.

Describes how crystals form in nature, how crystals are grown artificially, and how crystals are used in industry. Numerous color photos with text identify the various gemstones.

"Discover the beauty of emeralds, rubies, lapis lazuli, jade, silver, and gold in this glittering collection of precious stones and metals. Learn where crystals can be found, how they form, and what they are used for--from dazzling jewelry to diamond-cutting tools and the silicon chip in your phone!"--page 4 of cover.

"Learn all about sparkling gemstones and eye-catching crystals in this handy reference guide for young readers. From the rarest crystal to the most common stone, gems from around the world are revealed in dazzling detail in this illustrated guide. Discover what exactly crystals and gems are, how they're formed, how to identify them, and how they can be used in everything from microchips to jewelry making. How can a rough diamond become a show-stopping centerpiece? Where does labradorite get its colors? Why are there quartz crystals in clocks and watches? How can crystals be grown in a laboratory? Packed with essential information, this edition is more interactive than ever with new infographics, statistics, and facts. Eyewitness Crystal & Gem is the perfect guide for homework help on crystals or for those who simply want to further their knowledge of these fabulous natural creations. Part of DK's best-selling Eyewitness series, which is now getting an exciting makeover, this popular title has been reinvigorated for the next generation of information-seekers and stay-at-home explorers, with a fresh new look, new photographs, updated information, and a new "eyewitness" feature-fascinating first-hand accounts from experts in the field."--publisher.

Accelerated Reader Grades 5-8 8.2 1 Quiz 17216 English non-fiction.

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