This clearly illustrated explanation the basic principles of crystals may be used as a text or supplementary sourcebook by high-school students (for which it was originally written), students at the junior college or undergraduate level, or the general reader with an interest in science.
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"An excellent introduction to crystallography (and, incidentally, to much basic physics) written in plain language, this is the obvious book to turn 'rock hounds' (adult or teenaged) to a fuller understanding of the background of their hobby and to a greater enjoyment of an amateur interest in geology. The text is supplemented by descriptions of simple (and cheap!) experiments and suggestions for additional reading." Library Journal
"This work is a 'fascinating discussion of the strange ways in which solids form, an excellent hobby book describing ways of growing crystals, and a lucid, penetrating introduction to solid state physics. It can be read on any of these levels; or ideally, on all... [the book] should prove a delight to all readers." Science
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35 of 37 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
It's a keeper!,
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This review is from: Crystals and Crystal Growing (Paperback)
I've had this book for well over 20 years, and every couple of years I get it back out, re-read it and try a few new experiments. This book would be good for a child (with supervision) who is interested in cause-and-effects relations of science. Some simple crystal experiments may be carried out in hours, some take longer.Even an old engineer still enjoys this book!
18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
A definitive, practical text on crystal growing.,
By Nevada Charlie "Nevada Charlie" (Mojave Desert) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Crystals and Crystal Growing (Paperback)
I first used this book in 1963 as a tutorial on crystal growingmethods. Not only did it provide step-by-step instructions that actually worked, but it explained the physics of crystals and the process of crystallization in language that a high school student could easily understand. I used various salts to grow exquisite crystals of different colors, obtaining most of my materials from local sources and my chemistry teacher. My experiments were performed in a depression under our house ... with a dirt floor. this was my "chemistry laboratory." The evaporation method produced cloudy crystals, so I reverted to the supersaturated technique to produce perfect specimens. My heating mantle consisted of a coffee can with a hole cut in it to insert a light bulb. This worked very well. Over the years I have frequently referred to this book and recommended it to others. I still do so. It is worth its weight in gold.
2 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Way too deep for me!,
By Jimmy (East of Eden) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Crystals and Crystal Growing (Paperback)
Good book, but goes way too deep in theory
for me. I just wanted a basic general book to learn how to grow crystals.
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