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Ross, Andrew

 
9781554076093: Amber: The Natural Time Capsule
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ISBN 10 : 1554076099 ISBN 13 : 9781554076093
Editeur : Firefly Books Ltd, 2010

Synopsis

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Présentation de l'éditeur

Amber is a remarkable substance that originates from the resin of trees that lived millions of years ago. Anything that became trapped in this sticky resin was fossilized and perfectly preserved. The insects and other inclusions found in amber today are providing scientists with unique insights into the history of life on Earth. In this new edition of Amber Andrew Ross provides an engaging overview of this prehistoric substance and its fossilized inclusions. The book explains how amber is formed, where it is found and how to distinguish genuine amber from fakes. It describes its many uses, both in art and science, and recounts the elusive search for DNA from fossilized insects. Detailed keys and stunning photographs, including previously unseen pieces of Burmese amber from the Museum's collections, guide the reader in the identification of species of insects and other amber inclusions. Amber is essential reading for all those with an interest in this natural time capsule.

Biographie de l'auteur

Andrew Ross is currently Principal Curator of Invertebrate Palaeontology and Palaeobotany at the National Museums Scotland.

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Éditeur
Firefly Books Ltd
Date d'édition
2010
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
1554076099
ISBN 13 
9781554076093
Reliure
Relié
Nombre de pages
112
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