Part of a series which aims to get children to enjoy practical science and appreciate its relevance to everyday life, this book links basic science concepts with geography and introduces a major topic through simple experiments and projects which can be easily done at home or school. "Mining to Minerals" outlines the various types of minerals on the earth and where to find them. Different mining methods and machinery are discussed for some of the major minerals and ores from fossil fuels to gemstones and the need to save resources and the future of mining is emphasized.
- ISBN10 0749607467
- ISBN13 9780749607463
- Publish Date 30 January 1992
- Publish Status Unknown
- Out of Print 12 July 2000
- Publish Country GB
- Publisher Hachette Children's Group
- Imprint Franklin Watts Ltd
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 32
- Language English