Rock and Mineral Analysis /

Johnson, Wesley M.,

Rock and Mineral Analysis / Wesley M. Johnson and John A. Maxwell. - First reprint edition. - 489 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm.

Includes index.

Chapter 1: Principles of Rock and Mineral Sampling -- Chapter 2: Sample Preparation Techniques -- Chapter 3: Chemical Characterization Methods -- Chapter 4: Instrumental Analysis Techniques -- Chapter 5: Data Interpretation and Reporting -- Chapter 6: Case Studies in Mineral Analysis -- Chapter 7: Quality Assurance and Quality Control.

This book provides a comprehensive guide to the chemical and instrumental analysis of rocks and minerals. It covers sample selection and preparation, a variety of analytical methods—including wet chemical procedures and instrumental techniques—data interpretation, case studies on mineral composition, and QA/QC practices in geological laboratory settings.

9789385998768


Rocks--Analysis.
Minerals--Analysis.
Geochemistry--Analytical methods.
Petrology--Laboratory manuals.

541.28 / J.W.R