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

by Symes, R. F.

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DK Publishing, c2023.

Crystals -- Juvenile literature.

Crystallography -- Juvenile literature.

Precious stones -- Juvenile literature.

Gems -- Juvenile literature.

DK eyewitness books.

Eyewitness books.

9780744081558 (hbk.)

0744081556 (hbk.)

9780744081541 (pbk.)

0744081548 (pbk.)

Alternate title:

Crystal and gem

Revised edition.

American edition.

72 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 29 cm.

At head of title: Eyewitness.

Includes index.

"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.

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.

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.

Dorling Kindersley, Inc.

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