Main Title |
Diamonds in Nature A Guide to Rough Diamonds / [electronic resource] : |
Type |
EBOOK |
Author |
Tappert, Ralf.
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Other Authors |
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Publisher |
Springer Berlin Heidelberg, |
Year Published |
2011 |
Call Number |
QE351-399.2 |
ISBN |
9783642125720 |
Subjects |
Geography ;
Mineralogy
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Internet Access |
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Collation |
IX, 142p. 150 illus., 111 illus. in color. online resource. |
Notes |
Due to license restrictions, this resource is available to EPA employees and authorized contractors only |
Contents Notes |
1. The origin of diamonds -- 2. The morphologies and shapes of diamonds -- 3. The colors of diamonds -- 4. The surface texture of diamonds -- 5. Inclusions in diamonds and their geological meaning. Diamonds in Nature: A Guide to Rough Diamonds illustrates and explains the unique properties of natural diamonds, such as their crystal shapes, colors, surface textures, and mineral inclusions. It also contains up-to-date information about the origin and scientific significance of diamonds. With more than 200 high-quality photographs and drawings, it is an invaluable reference for the professional geoscientist and anyone with an interest in diamonds. |
Place Published |
Berlin, Heidelberg |
Corporate Au Added Ent |
SpringerLink (Online service) |
Host Item Entry |
Springer eBooks |
PUB Date Free Form |
2011 |
BIB Level |
m |
Medium |
computer |
Content |
text |
Carrier |
online resource |
Cataloging Source |
OCLC/T |
OCLC Time Stamp |
20130725204437 |
Language |
eng |
Origin |
SPRINGER |
Type |
EBOOK |
OCLC Rec Leader |
01998nam a22004095i 45 |