This volume covers minerals where silica tetrahedra are linked into infinite single chains. The primary subjects include:
Each mineral or mineral group is analyzed through five standardized sub-sections: Rock-forming minerals, Volume 2,Deel 1
: The second edition was completely rewritten to include over 15 years of new research, growing to 668 pages (three times the length of the first edition). This volume covers minerals where silica tetrahedra are
: Descriptions of atomic structure and X-ray methods for identification. Rock-forming minerals, Volume 2,Deel 1
: Includes minerals like wollastonite, rhodonite, and bustamite.
: Key tests and characteristics to differentiate similar minerals under a microscope.