Atlas of Meteorites

Atlas of Meteorites
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Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Total Pages : 384
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ISBN-10 : 052184035X
ISBN-13 : 9780521840354
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Book Synopsis Atlas of Meteorites by : Monica Grady

Download or read book Atlas of Meteorites written by Monica Grady and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2013-03-24 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A complete visual reference for meteorite classification, this atlas combines high resolution optical microscope images with detailed descriptions. It provides a systematic account of meteorites and their most important classification parameters, making it an essential resource for meteorite researchers. Each chapter starts with a description of the meteorite class, with a summary of the mineralogical, chemical and isotopic characteristics of the group. The full-color images are taken in plane- and cross-polarized light and reflected light, and arranged to highlight textural variations in meteorites. Specimens are grouped to show the effects of increasing thermal alteration and shock, as well as variations in chondrule size and type. Chapters on iron meteorites, pallasites and mesosiderites are included, photographed as mounts in reflected light, to show the range of textural variations that accompany these meteorites. Images from the book can be downloaded from www.cambridge.org/9780521840354.


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