Minerals
| By: | Richard Spilsbury |
| Publisher: | Rosen Publishing |
| Print ISBN: | 9781499408218 |
| eText ISBN: | 9781499408188 |
| Edition: | 0 |
| Copyright: | 2016 |
| Format: | Page Fidelity |
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Minerals are the building blocks of rocks. Formed without any human assistance, these natural substances are used in almost everything people use on a daily basis. Readers will learn how minerals shape our lives and how they’ve shaped Earth’s past and present, as well as how they’ll shape Earth’s future. The text explores the origins of minerals, where they’re found, and why they’re important. The age-appropriate text supports elementary science curricula, covering important Earth science and geology concepts. Exciting images show readers Earth’s most dazzling minerals, while informative fact boxes and sidebars provide a comprehensive learning experience.