Transmitted Light Microscopy of Rock-Forming Minerals: An Introduction to Optical Mineralogy (Springer Textbooks in Earth Sciences, Geography and Environment)

This comprehensive guidebook, "Optical Mineralogy for Beginners and Microscopists," is an essential tool for anyone looking to identify common rock-forming minerals in a thin section using a polarized light microscope.

With over 1000 microscopic images and 72 mineral plates, this book provides a fast and efficient way to identify minerals in various geological settings.

The unique organization of the mineral plates by color in transmitted plane polarized light and cross polarized light makes it easy to navigate and identify minerals quickly.

Additionally, two chapters are devoted to the classification of magmatic and metamorphic rocks and their common mineral parageneses and textures.

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced microscopist, this book is sure to become your go-to resource for optical mineralogy.