Manual of Rapid Mineral Identification - Volume I: Mineral ID Tests and Determinations

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Uwe Richard Kackstaetter

Manual of Rapid Mineral Identification - Volume I

Mineral ID Tests and Determinations

Uwe Richard Kackstaetter

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Earthscience Education LLC
16 January 2019

Scientific equipment, experiments & techniques; Mineralogy & gems; Geology & the lithosphere; Petrology

This unique publication was written with a broad spectrum of users in mind, from the novice rockhound to the trained professional, including students, prospectors, geoscientists and mineral laboratories. It is literally a step-by-step cookbook approach to mineral identification and includes easily administered ""how-to methods"" some of which are proprietary. For the first time it is now possible for even a novice to derive at a reasonable positive identification of an unknown mineral sample. Surprisingly, expensive research equipment is not necessary to achieve positive results.

Trained professionals and laboratories may find the publication useful as a ready reference for certain steps or methodologies that can be executed with a high degree of accuracy. In addition, integrated into the mineral identification process is an exhaustive collection of tables and charts.

By: Uwe Richard Kackstaetter
Imprint: Earthscience Education LLC
Edition: Print ed.
Dimensions: Height: 279mm, Width: 216mm, Spine: 8mm
Weight: 408g
ISBN: 9780982058022
ISBN 10: 0982058020
Pages: 122
Publication Date: 16 January 2019
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Dr. rer. nat. Uwe Richard Kackstaetter, a German native, received his B.A. in Geology from the University of Northern Colorado, his M.S. in Geology from Brigham Young University, Utah and his Ph.D. in Applied Geology and Mineralogy ""magna cum laude"" from the University of Würzburg, Germany. His ongoing interests are in developing various practical approaches and advanced tools for geoscience field work, especially in mineralogy and geochemistry. He currently works as Professor of Geology at Metropolitan State University of Denver, where he teaches courses in Mineralogy and Optical Mineralogy, Hydrogeology, Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology, Applied Volcanology, Field Methods and a geology senior capstone course in Undergraduate Research.

Reviews for Manual of Rapid Mineral Identification - Volume I: Mineral ID Tests and Determinations

"""The simple tests are laid out in a straightforward, intuitive manner that is ideal for students in introductory geology courses or those taking their first university-level mineralogy course. The more advanced tests are clearly explained, with methodologies that are easy to follow and replicate. I wish this manual had been available when I was a Professor of Geology teaching mineralogy and petrology."" Aaron W. Johnson, Ph.D. Executive Director American Institute of Professional Geologists ""I have used and taught others, ages 5 through 90, the ""Dr. Kackstaetter Method"" of mineral identification presented here with very positive outcomes. His systematic approach is easy to understand and follow, making this book ideal for amateur rockhounds and professional geologists alike."" Bruce M. Yoshioka Lab Coordinator, Department of Mining Engineering Colorado School of Mines"