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General sites
Websites to visit
Website 1
Information on gems and minerals, with maps, close-up photos and slideshows. (Click on "Multimedia Version", then on "Gems and Minerals" or "GeoGallery".)
Website 2
View rock samples with a virtual microscope then see fossils found in limestone. (Click on "Young Geologist" to see the fossils.)
Website 3
Slide show on how to collect rocks safely, with online quizzes. (Click on "Rock Hound Collection Safety" and to test your knowledge of rocks, click on "Discover Earth's Treasures".)
Website 4
A fun introduction to Earth science, with lots of ideas for things to do.
Website 5
Games to test your mineral knowledge, and useful information on starting a collection. (Click on "Mine Games".)
Website 6
Solve some mysteries about rocks, fossils and minerals.
Website 7
Explore an interactive rock cycle.
Website 8
Clickable timeline of planet Earth's history.
Website 9
Browse online galleries of minerals and gems. (Click on a gallery in the left menu.)
Website 10
All about rocks and minerals. (Click on "Minerals in your House" to learn about the ones that are used in your home.)
British sites
Websites to visit
British Geological Survey Website
A huge resource of information about British geology, with maps and searchable databases.
Natural History Museum Earth lab datasite
Search for British rocks, minerals or fossils.
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About this book
Spotter's Guides
Spotter's Guides: Rocks and minerals
- Usborne Spotters Guides are perfect companions for enthusiasts of the natural world.
- Each title includes detailed full-colour illustrations, plus short descriptions and essential details.
- Internet links to recommended websites to find out more about each subject.
- A classic Usborne series reissued using the latest reproduction technology for accuracy of colour and detail.
- Perfect for both children and adults and incredible value for money.
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