Fulgurites: Their Science, History, and Discovery
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| Rating | : | 4.99 (911 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 152156504X |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 102 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-11-11 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Drawn with love, if not skill, these provide some of the humor that makes an otherwise dry topic a bit more interesting. The geology and science of fulgurites has never been summarized in book form before. As a leading researcher investigating fulgurites, Pasek gives a background that is up-to-date and based in sound science. Some of the topics include: how are fulgurites similar to space rocks? How much are they worth? Does Hollywood portray fulgurites accurately? Can fulgurites be used as evidence in court? Interspersed throughout the text are many photos, as well as comics illustrating some of the themes. It turns out there's over 300 years of history for these rocks, and some of the best science is just coming out on them. Don't just believe this descr