Mineral Resources of the United States / Department of the Interior United States Geological Survey; Volume 2

<p>Mineral Resources of the United States Volume 2 presents a comprehensive overview of the nation's mineral wealth as documented by the United States Geological Survey. This meticulously compiled volume offers detailed insights into the distribution characteristics and economic potential of various mineral deposits across the country. A valuable resource for geologists economists and anyone interested in the exploitation and preservation of natural resources the book provides a historical snapshot of American mineralogy. Exploring a range of minerals the book details the science and economics of resource extraction during the period in which it was written giving modern readers essential context. This historical record is invaluable for understanding the trajectory of resource management and environmental concerns in the United States. </p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>