Miller-Schroeder, Patricia.

Minerals / Patricia Miller-Schroeder. - New York : AV2 by Weigl, c2011. - 24 p. : ill., maps ; 26 cm. - Earth science. .

Includes index.

Studying minerals -- Types of minerals -- Using senses to identify minerals -- Gemstones, birthstones, and crystals -- Minerals around the world -- Common uses of minerals -- Hard as a rock -- The myth of amethyst -- What is a mineralogist? -- Seven facts about minerals-- Mineral brain teasers -- Science in action.

AV enhanced book allows online access to enriched content, including audio, video, web links and activities.

ISBN: 9781605969763 (hardcover : alk. paper)

LCCN: 2009050238

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Minerals.

LC Class. No.: QE365.2 / .M552 2010

Dewey Class. No.: 549