JH25706 Collectors Book of Fluorescent Minerals, by Manual Robbins

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Condition
Very Good
A book that has been read but is in excellent condition. No obvious damage to the cover, with the dust jacket included for hard covers. No missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, and no underlining/highlighting of text or writing in the margins. May be very minimal identifying marks on the inside cover. Very minimal wear and tear. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
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“Dust jacket torn but otherwise in excelent condition”
Country of Origin
United States
Signed
No
Narrative Type
Nonfiction
Item Height
10.2 In
ISBN
9780442275068
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Product Identifiers

Publisher
Chapman & Hall
ISBN-10
0442275064
ISBN-13
9780442275068
eBay Product ID (ePID)
1251498

Product Key Features

Book Title
Collector's Book of Fluorescent Minerals
Number of Pages
Xiii, 289 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
1983
Topic
Earth Sciences / Mineralogy, Rocks & Minerals
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Nature, Science
Author
Manuel A. Robbins
Format
Hardcover

Dimensions

Item Weight
29.5 Oz
Item Length
9.1 in
Item Width
5.9 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Young Adult Audience
LCCN
82-017346
Dewey Edition
19
TitleLeading
The
Grade From
College Freshman
Number of Volumes
1 vol.
Dewey Decimal
549/.125
Synopsis
Over the last several decades, the number of people who are actively involved in the hobby or science of mineral collecting has grown at an increasing pace. In response to the growing demand for informa­ tion which this large and active group has created, a number of books have been published dealing with mineralogy. As a result, the reader now has a choice among mineral locality guides, field handbooks, photo collections, or books dedicated to the systematic description of minerals. However, as interest in mineralogy has grown, as collectors have become increasingly knowledgeable and aware of mineralogy in its many facets, the need for more specialized information has also grown. Nowhere is this need greater than in the subject of the fluorescence of minerals. The number of collectors who now main­ tain a fluorescent collection is substantial, interest is constantly increasing, and manufacturers have recently responded by the intro­ duction of new ultraviolet equipment with major improvements in utility and performance. Yet when the collector searches for any information on this subject, little will be found. He or she will seek in vain for the answers to questions which present themselves as in­ terest in fluorescent minerals grows and matures. Which minerals fluoresce? Where are fluorescent minerals found? What makes a mineral fluoresce? Why does ultraviolet light produce fluorescence? What is an activator, and how does it contribute to fluorescence? On these matters, the available mineralogy books are largely silent., Over the last several decades, the number of people who are actively involved in the hobby or science of mineral collecting has grown at an increasing pace. In response to the growing demand for informa tion which this large and active group has created, a number of books have been published dealing with mineralogy. As a result, the reader now has a choice among mineral locality guides, field handbooks, photo collections, or books dedicated to the systematic description of minerals. However, as interest in mineralogy has grown, as collectors have become increasingly knowledgeable and aware of mineralogy in its many facets, the need for more specialized information has also grown. Nowhere is this need greater than in the subject of the fluorescence of minerals. The number of collectors who now main tain a fluorescent collection is substantial, interest is constantly increasing, and manufacturers have recently responded by the intro duction of new ultraviolet equipment with major improvements in utility and performance. Yet when the collector searches for any information on this subject, little will be found. He or she will seek in vain for the answers to questions which present themselves as in terest in fluorescent minerals grows and matures. Which minerals fluoresce? Where are fluorescent minerals found? What makes a mineral fluoresce? Why does ultraviolet light produce fluorescence? What is an activator, and how does it contribute to fluorescence? On these matters, the available mineralogy books are largely silent."
LC Classification Number
QE1-996.5TN260

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Welcome to my store! As the name implies I specialize in the unusual and unique. The focus of my store at this time is fluorescent minerals but I have sold a lot of antiques in the past and still have ...
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    I’m a repeat buyer. Like always, super fast shipping! Packaging was excellent! Item exactly as described! Very happy with my purchase and will definitely keep ordering more items from! Thank you!!! A+++++ EBay Seller
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    Good shipping, quick, packaging as needed, item as described. I love my Convoy response that you mentioned and have taken pictures with both that and an old battery SWUV, 4 watt (I think) response. One of these days I need to get a brighter SWUV. Sure can't see much on the room light picture! Thanks!
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