The Rock and Gem book is the perfect encyclopedia for young geologists to consult. Earth's extraordinary minerals, gems, shells, and fossils are all on dazzling display in this essential visual encyclopedia for children. The book explains from the quartz in watches to the limestone in the Great Pyramids, how the earth's natural treasures are used in architecture, art, and science.

Highlights

• SYNOPSIS:The unique qualities of each eye-catching material are described in-depth, together with their broad range of uses in art, industry, architecture, and science
• ATTRACTIVE LAYOUT: More than 1,000 stunning photographs showcase rocks and gems in glorious detail, ensuring you can recognise sedimentary from sandstone, metamorphic from marble, and pyrite from pearl
• PERFECT GIFT: It goes without saying that it is an excellent gift for anyone who are very fond of gems. This is a must-have addition to your library
• AUTHOR:The book is written by Dorling Kindersley (DK publishing)
• PAGE COUNT: It consist of 192 pages explaining every fact in details about gems and rocks
• DIMENSIONS: 3.81 inches (length), 0.43 inches (width) and 8.81 inches (height)