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Investigate gems, Christine Petersen

Label
Investigate gems, Christine Petersen
Language
eng
Illustrations
illustrations
Index
index present
Literary Form
non fiction
Main title
Investigate gems
Oclc number
1121084503
Responsibility statement
Christine Petersen
Series statement
Geology rocks!
Summary
"Investigate Gems introduces readers to what gems are and how they form, including mineral gems and organic gems. Learn about crystal systems, imitation and synthetic gems, cultured pearls, how gems are used, and their historic importance. A geology-themed project provides the opportunity for hands-on experience. Other features include a table of contents, fun facts, infographics, sidebars, map, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards."
Table Of Contents
Erasmus's lucky pebble -- What is a gem? -- Most gems are minerals -- Seven crystal systems -- Magma gems -- Water gems -- Living gems -- Imitations and synthetics -- Cultured pearls -- Working with gems -- Then and now
Target audience
juvenile
Classification
Mapped to

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