Exploration Mining and Geology [Import] [Hardcover]

William C Peters (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: 1978

Built around the scientific and technical elements of mineral exploration, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the geologist's work in mineral discovery and mining.

Part One deals with the geology of mineral deposits. A chapter on mineral bodies in the zone of weathering emphasizes the appearance of mineralization at the scene of field investigation.

Part Two introduces the engineering factors in mining and exploration..rock and soil mechanics, hydrology, and mining practice.

Part Three considers the economic factors a geologist must use to work with engineers and managers in choosing favorable sites for exploration and mining.

Part Four discusses the collection and analysis of geological, geochemical and geophysical data in logical sequence...from preliminary studis to the recommendation for mine development and the search for additional ore reserves.

Part Five covers exploration and mining programs, emphasizing the planning and implementation of or discovery and production work on behalf of government and private enterprise organizations.

Complete with useful tables and appendices.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 696 pages
• Publisher: Wiley; 1ST edition (1978)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0471682616
• ISBN-13: 978-0471682615
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #905,422 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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8 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent sourcebook, May 10, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Exploration and Mining Geology, 2nd Edition (Hardcover)

This book has been very useful to me. I have a small mine of my own and have used it extensively. I had a hard time locating a good book on the subject...I went through the University of Arizona library. It's a bit expensive, but if you use it, it's worth it.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Exploration and Mining Geology 2nd Edition by William C. Exp, December 6, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Exploration and Mining Geology, 2nd Edition (Hardcover)

An excellent all round book. I deal for those students in their final year of Bachelor's degree or studying for thier Masters in Economic/ Engineering or Mining Geology. Good Diagrams, easy to understand on the whole and and excellent reference book.