1. Introduction; 2. Materials of the solid Earth; 3. How are minerals identified?; 4. Fundamentals of crystal structures; 5. Introduction to crystallography; 6. Minerals and rocks observed under the polarizing optical microscope; 7. Igneous rock-forming minerals; 8. The direction and rate of natural processes: an introduction to thermodynamics and kinetics; 9. How do igneous rocks form?; 10. Igneous rocks: their mode of occurrence, classification, and plate tectonic setting; 11. Sedimentary rock-forming minerals and materials; 12. Formation, transport, and lithification of sediment; 13. Sedimentary rock classification, occurrence, and plate tectonic significance; 14. Metamorphic rock-forming minerals; 15. Metamorphic rocks; 16. Some economic minerals, mainly from veins and pegmatites; 17. Some selected Earth materials resources; 18. Earth materials and human health.
Designed specifically for one-semester courses, this beautifully illustrated textbook explains the key concepts in mineralogy and petrology.
Cornelis ('Kase') Klein is Emeritus Professor in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at the University of New Mexico, Albuquerque. He received his BSc and MSc in geology from McGill University, Canada, and his PhD from Harvard University, Massachusetts, also in geology. He has been a member of the geology faculty at Harvard University, Indiana University, Bloomington, and the University of New Mexico, and has taught courses in mineralogy at all these universities. His published books include Manual of Mineralogy (19th-21st editions), Manual of Mineral Science (22nd-23rd editions) and Minerals and Rocks: Exercises in Crystal and Mineral Chemistry, Crystallography, X-Ray Powder Diffraction, Mineral and Rock Identification, and Ore Mineralogy, 3rd edition (2007). He has received two awards for excellence in teaching from the University of New Mexico. Anthony R. Philpotts is Emeritus Professor of Geology and Geophysics at the University of Connecticut, a Visiting Fellow in the Department of Geology and Geophysics at Yale University, Connecticut and Adjunct Professor in the Department of Geosciences at the University of Massachusetts. He received his BSc and MSc in geology from McGill University, Canada, and his PhD from the University of Cambridge. He has taught igneous and metamorphic petrology courses at McGill University and the University of Connecticut for more than forty years. His published books include Principles of Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology, 2nd edition (Cambridge, 2009) and Petrography of Igneous and Metamorphic Rocks (1989, 2003).
'Earth Materials is a magnificent textbook that illustrates in a
wonderful way how petrology and mineralogy relate to our planet
Earth, its formation and modification by igneous, metamorphic and
sedimentary processes. Outstanding photographs and detailed thin
section images are neatly combined with clear illustrations,
fostering the link between observations and fundamental theoretical
principles. A new section in the second edition about
thermodynamics and kinetics nicely complements the thorough
coverage of key concepts in petrology and mineralogy. The available
online resources are an essential aid for teaching, and students
will benefit from the review questions at the end of each chapter.
Earth Materials is simply a great textbook, which I can highly
recommend.' Ralf Halama, Keele University
'Earth Materials captures the fundamentals of mineralogy and
petrology in a one-semester text in a surprisingly thorough and
direct way. This book can be successfully used for both
one-semester courses and two-semester sequences. My students
appreciate the clear, color images, and I appreciate the depth of
information provided.' Christine M. Clark, Eastern Michigan
University
'There is an increasing trend to condense mineralogy and petrology
into a one semester course, and Earth Materials - An Introduction
to Mineralogy and Petrology authored by Klein and Philpotts,
provides the perfect textbook for such a course. It is extensive
enough to supply fundamental information on mineralogy and
petrology separately, while also seamlessly integrating these two
subjects into a cohesive entity. Most impressive to me are the
extensive colour figures and thin sections for most of the rock
types.' Zhaohui (George) Li, University of Wisconsin
'I have used this textbook in my undergraduate Earth Materials
course since its publication in 2013, and the second edition adds
important new elements, including a more comprehensive treatment of
thermodynamics and phase equilibria. The components that made the
first edition so welcome are still here: the integration of
crystallography with sedimentary, igneous, and metamorphic geology;
the colorful images of atomic structures, minerals and geologic
localities; and the consideration of the role that minerals play in
our society. It is by far the best text for those of us who have to
cover all the mineralogical and petrological bases in one
semester.' Peter J. Heaney, Pennsylvania State University
'I really like the way this book organizes the subjects of
mineralogy and petrology to emphasize the connection between plate
tectonics, mantle processes, mineral stability, and rock
composition. Teaching with this organization clearly reinforces the
big picture of geologic processes while digging into enough depth
in each subject area to prepare students to tackle integrated
geologic problems.' Alexis Sitchler, Colorado School of Mines
'Brilliant! Absolutely brilliant! A landmark text in the Earth
Sciences for modern times! The color illustrations, figures and
photographs of all things geologically important, accompanied by
lucid text, will seductively attract young minds. The chapters
covering wide-ranging topics are all relevant for 21st century
students of Earth and material science. I can't think of a better
text that is a 'must buy' for our undergraduates.' Asish R. Basu,
University of Texas, Arlington
'This latest edition includes a number of new topics …The authors
discuss concepts such as heat, work, internal energy, enthalpy,
Gibbs free energy, and entropy in a simple, intuitive fashion that
most any reader can understand and appreciate … Phase diagrams show
the stability fields of minerals in terms of temperature and
pressure, and temperature and composition. Another addition to the
book is a section on the use of hydraulic fracturing to extract
shale oil and gas prospects and its implications on the
environment. The authors treat this last topic in a fair and open
manner, admitting the potential risks, but also acknowledging the
benefits of having this technology to meet the world's energy
needs.' The Leading Edge
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