Author: Nobuo Geshi / Illustrations: Ukyo Saito
The stones that surround us. In other words, do you think that "rocks" are just "stones"? In fact, even the small stones that roll under our feet contain the magnificent history of the Earth. You could even say that the Earth is a mass of rocks.
Rocks are formed on the surface of the Earth and underground over a long period of time when magma cools and solidifies, or when sand and mud accumulate and solidify on the ocean floor, but they are a miraculous product of the Earth's activities. They come in a variety of shapes and colors depending on their composition and how they were formed. Rocks are called different names depending on their shape and color, such as "stone," "sand," and "mud," and exist everywhere, and they circulate as they are born, move, and disappear repeatedly.
Rocks are deeply connected to our lives, and are sometimes used as building materials, but sometimes cause disasters. In this book, you will learn about the fascinating aspects of rocks, such as "where and how they are formed" and "what kinds of rocks are there?", and enjoy the unknown stories!
Rocks, which were formed in time and space beyond our imagination, are filled with the history of the Earth. Take a look at the stones (rocks) under your feet and discover their magnificent stories!
The stones that surround us. In other words, do you think that "rocks" are just "stones"? In fact, even the small stones that roll under our feet contain the magnificent history of the Earth. You could even say that the Earth is a mass of rocks.
Rocks are formed on the surface of the Earth and underground over a long period of time when magma cools and solidifies, or when sand and mud accumulate and solidify on the ocean floor, but they are a miraculous product of the Earth's activities. They come in a variety of shapes and colors depending on their composition and how they were formed. Rocks are called different names depending on their shape and color, such as "stone," "sand," and "mud," and exist everywhere, and they circulate as they are born, move, and disappear repeatedly.
Rocks are deeply connected to our lives, and are sometimes used as building materials, but sometimes cause disasters. In this book, you will learn about the fascinating aspects of rocks, such as "where and how they are formed" and "what kinds of rocks are there?", and enjoy the unknown stories!
Rocks, which were formed in time and space beyond our imagination, are filled with the history of the Earth. Take a look at the stones (rocks) under your feet and discover their magnificent stories!
Released 25/05/08
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