Gold:

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ISBN: 9781617838712

ISBN-10: 1617838713

ISBN-13: 9781617838712

Edition: 2013

Authors: Christine Petersen

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This title introduces young readers to gold, the metal that can stay shiny for thousands of years. Learn how gold is formed and where it is found. Historical and modern mining methods are detailed, including the discovery of kimberlite pipes. The many uses of gold are examined, from industrial applications in products such as electronics to illuminated manuscripts and space telescopes. See how artisans such as goldsmiths and lapidaries use gold to create beautiful and useful jewelry. Finally, a list of tools and tips will set young rock hounds up to unearth their own treasures. Glossary words in bold, an index, and phonetic spellings for those hard-to-pronounce geologic terms enhance and…

Book details

List price: $27.07
Copyright year: 2013
Publisher: Abdo Group
Binding: Library Binding
Size: 8.25" wide x 8.25" long x 0.25" tall
Weight: 0.484
Language: English



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Good as Gold


The Goldsmith's Art


Metal of Many Uses


Lode Gold


Placer Gold


In a Rush!


You're the Miner


Digging Deep


Gold's Future


Glossary


Saying It


Web Sites


Index