The Periodic Table Natures Building Blocks An Introduction To The Naturally Occurring Elements Their Origins And Their Uses 1st Edition J Theo Kloprogge Concepcion P Ponce Tom Loomis by J Theo Kloprogge; Concepcion P Ponce; Tom Loomis 9780128212790, 0128212799 instant download after payment.

The Periodic Table: Nature's Building Blocks: An Introduction to the Naturally Occurring Elements, Their Origins and Their Uses addresses how minerals and their elements are used, where the elements come from in nature, and their applications in modern society. The book is structured in a logical way using the periodic table as its outline. It begins with an introduction of the history of the periodic table and a short introduction to mineralogy. Element sections contain their history, how they were discovered, and a description of the minerals that contain the element. Sections conclude with our current use of each element.

Abundant color photos of some of the most characteristic minerals containing the element accompany the discussion. Ideal for students and researchers working in inorganic chemistry, minerology and geology, this book provides the foundational knowledge needed for successful study and work in this exciting area.