Minerals and Gemstones

The kingdom of minerals and rocks is an independent realm of nature on our planet, as important and interesting as the kingdoms of animals and plants. It is the rocks that shaped the solid shell of the Earth and became the foundation on which soil appeared; it is from them that metal and building materials are extracted, and magnificent jewelry is created. Thousands of minerals and the crystals formed from them are known to scientists today, and dozens of new ones are discovered every year. This fascinating children's picture encyclopedia will introduce you to the amazing world of stones. The book thoroughly describes the main types of rocks, which include many minerals. Various minerals are presented in short but concise articles, explaining how they are used in industry and technology, as well as in jewelry, where skilled masters turn them into sparkling gems. The book contains information not only about earthly stones but also about celestial ones that have come to us from the depths of space. The encyclopedia also introduces us to the rocks and minerals of Mars—a planet that is, in many ways, similar to Earth. But the main thing is that the pages of the encyclopedia feature numerous vivid illustrations that allow the reader to examine minerals and gemstones in the finest detail. In addition, the book contains a glossary and an alphabetical index to help quickly find information about a mineral of interest or explain an unfamiliar concept. Exploring the rich world of minerals with this encyclopedia is both interesting and joyful!
For middle and high school age.