Clays: Their Occurrence, Properties And Uses: With Especial Reference To Those Of The United States

By Heinrich Ries

Book Overview

""Clays: Their Occurrence, Properties and Uses: With Especial Reference to Those of the United States"" is a comprehensive book written by Heinrich Ries. The book provides a detailed account of the occurrence, properties, and uses of clays, with a specific focus on those found in the United States. The author begins by explaining the various types of clays and their formation, including the geological processes that contribute to their development. The book then delves into the physical and chemical properties of clays, such as their mineral composition, structure, and plasticity. The author also covers the different methods used to identify and classify clays, including X-ray diffraction and electron microscopy. The latter part of the book focuses on the various industrial applications of clays, such as in the production of ceramics, refractories, and cement. The author also discusses the use of clays in agriculture, as well as their potential for environmental remediation. Overall, ""Clays: Their Occurrence, Properties and Uses"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of clays, from geologists and materials scientists to industrial engineers and environmentalists. The book is well-researched and provides a thorough overview of the subject matter, making it an essential reference for professionals and students alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432645455
• ISBN13: 9781432645458
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 512 Pages
• Weight: 1.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"