This clear and concise book assists learners as they look at thin sections. It focuses on the practical, need-to-know information absolutely necessary for work in the laboratory. KEY TOPICS Chapter topics cover: what is light?, polarization of light and the polarizing microscope, the velocity of light in crystals and the refractive index, interaction of light and crystals, other mineral characteristics in thin sections, and a detailed mineral description. For individuals interested in mineralogy and/or petrology.
Customer Reviews: good readOctober 26, 2009 geology student(geology capital, usa) 2 out of 2 found this review helpful
This is a good book for those who are starting in mineral optics. It has good pictures and some good explanations. I would recommend this book to any one who is interested in optical mineralogy or if they have to take an optical mineralogy class
