Tables For The Determination Of Common Minerals : Kessinger Publishing : 9781160712026 : 1160712026 : 19 Mar 2010 : ""Tables For The Determination Of Common Minerals"" is a reference book written by William Otis Crosby and published in 1888. The book contains a comprehensive list of common minerals and their physical properties, such as color, luster, hardness, and specific gravity. Additionally, the book includes confirmatory chemical tests that can be used to identify the minerals. The purpose of the book is to provide a practical guide for mineralogists, geologists, and other scientists who need to identify minerals in the field or laboratory. The book is organized in a clear and concise manner, with tables and charts that make it easy to find the information needed. Overall, ""Tables For The Determination Of Common Minerals"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in mineralogy and the study of rocks and minerals.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old