Gemstones And The Environment
Ian Mercer, Louise Nevett
Hardcover
(Stargazer Books, May 1, 2004)
Takes a look at natural and artificial gemstones, where they come from, how they are processed, how they are used in industry, space, medicine, and jewelry, and the impact that mining gemstones has on the environment. Gemstones are made from rare crystals that are mined throughout the world for their beauty and their value. Some gemstones also have special properties that make them ideal for use in manufacturing and industry.
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