Stille, Darlene R.

Minerals : from apatite to zinc / by Darlene R. Stille. - Minneapolis, MN : Compass Point Books, c2005. - 48 p. : ill. (some col.), col. map ; 24 cm. - Exploring science . - Exploring science (Minneapolis, Minn.) .

Includes bibliographical references (p. 47) and index.

What is a mineral? -- The elements of minerals -- Properties of minerals -- Minerals found in rocks -- Ore minerals.

Library Media Connection, November 2005 Science Books & Films (A.A.A.S.), July 2005

Explains what minerals are, describes their elements and properties, and identifies ore minerals and minerals found in rocks.

7.0 5-8 Follett Library Resources



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Minerals.

QE365.2 / .S76 2005

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