How Precious Metals Form (From the Earth: How Resources Are Made)
Type
Book
Authors
ISBN 10
1482447304
ISBN 13
9781482447309
Category
Science
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Publication Year
2016
Publisher
Pages
32
Description
What makes a metal precious? Its rare, and its useful. When a metal is both these things, like gold, its very precious, and expensive. This book takes readers underground where theyll discover the processes and elements that shape precious metals. Theyll learn about the features of metals that make them desirable, such as luster, ductility, and reactivity, and how certain metals are utilized. While readers may know something about gold and silver, theyll become acquainted with other important precious metals such as rhodium and palladium. Vivid photographs, helpful graphic organizers, and interesting sidebars make this crucial science topic engaging and accessible. - from Amzon
Number of Copies
1
