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Cairncross, B., Dixon, R. (1995) Minerals of South Africa. Geological Society of South Africa. p.1-290.

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Book TitleMinerals of South Africa
AuthorsCairncross, B.Author
Dixon, R.Author
Year1995
Page(s)1-290
PublisherGeological Society of South AfricaPlaceLinden, South Africa
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Full ReferenceCairncross, B., Dixon, R. (1995) Minerals of South Africa. Geological Society of South Africa. p.1-290.
Plain TextCairncross, B., Dixon, R. (1995) Minerals of South Africa. Geological Society of South Africa. p.1-290.

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