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Sand (Scientific American Library) Hardcover – January 1, 1988

by Raymond Siever (Author)
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Explains how sand is formed, describes its role in geological processes, and discusses sandstone, sand dunes, beaches, and sand as a raw material
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  1. Print length
    237 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    W H Freeman & Co
  4. Publication date
    January 1, 1988
  5. Dimensions
    9 x 1 x 9.5 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    071675021X
  7. ISBN-13
    978-0716750215
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ W H Freeman & Co; First Edition (January 1, 1988)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 237 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 071675021X
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0716750215
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.02 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9 x 1 x 9.5 inches
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  • Frank Carr
    5.0 out of 5 stars There's More To Sand than Childlike Sandcastles
    Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2014
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    You may wonder, why are Maine's beaches almost devoid of sand but beaches in Texas rich in it? Or, why are so many NYC houses made of brownstone? And what about the gypsum sands of New Mexico deserts, and Hawaiian black sand beaches? And why does oil tend to gush out violently when a deep enough drilling has been performed?

    This book beautifully presents core sedimentary concepts like flow separation, cross-bedding, sandstone formation, rounding of sand grains (and explaining the concepts of angularity and the like), and especially, how we can appreciate our beautiful planet with these concepts.

    Incidentally, there is strong argument for the importance of sand in the history of the earth, as discussed by the concepts of weathering, erosion, burial, etc. The relationship between humidity, temperature, altitude, and the very nature of certain sand-building minerals like quartz and feldspar is wonderfully discussed.

    Many adults may dismiss sand as a kiddie thing (as the book said!), but this book may change their perspective forever on sand and its by-products. Happy sand-castle building! (Just kidding)
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    Reviewed in the United States on September 8, 2022
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    The book arrived in a timely manner and is in Mint condition. Product is just as advertised on Amazon. I’ll be reading it as soon as I finish my current reading projects. The Seller is top of the line.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Sand holds many secrets
    Reviewed in the United States on June 29, 2018
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    Great read for anyone who thinks sand is cool.
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