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Stone in Architecture : Properties, Durability /

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This book surveys important stone properties, both physical and chemical, pertinent to the needs of architects, engineers and stone producers. Emphasis is placed on the chemical characteristics of the pollutants in air and water and their interaction with stone, which accelerates the process of ston...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Winkler, Erhard M.
Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Berlin, Heidelberg : Springer Berlin Heidelberg, 1997.
Edition:Third, Completely rev. and Extended edition.
Subjects:
Engineering.
Mineralogy.
Electronic books.
Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
Table of Contents:
  • Rock and Stone
  • Physical Properties of Stone
  • Natural Deformation of Rock and Stone
  • Color and Color Stability of Stone
  • Weathering Agents
  • Moisture and Salts in Stone
  • Chemical Weathering
  • Stone Decay by Plants and Animals
  • Iron in Minerals and the Formation of Rust in Stone
  • Fire Resistance of Minerals and Rocks
  • Frost Action on Stone
  • Silicosis
  • Stone Conservation on Buildings and Monuments.