Stories about precious stones
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From the Publisher: In this engaging narrative, the author explores the fascinating world of precious and semi-precious gemstones, delving into their formation, discovery, and extraction. Readers will journey deep into the Earth's crust to uncover diamond deposits found in kimberlite pipes, where pressures exceed 30,000 atmospheres. The book also highlights the striking green emeralds tinted with chromium, the rich veins of pegmatite housing topaz and aquamarine, as well as the captivating hues of lapis lazuli, malachite, and turquoise. The narrative concludes with a concise overview of the economic significance of these stones and insights into the synthesis of both precious and semi-precious gems.
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Data sheet
- Name of the Author
- Петров В.П.
- Language
- Russian
- Series
- Человек и окружающая среда
- Release date
- 1985
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From the Publisher: In this engaging narrative, the author explores the fascinating world of precious and semi-precious gemstones, delving into their forma...