Scientific American Supplement, No. 460, October 25, 1884 by Various
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| Author | Various |
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| Title | Scientific American Supplement, No. 460, October 25, 1884 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 53.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Don Kretz, Juliet Sutherland, Charles Franks and the DP Team |
| Summary | "Scientific American Supplement, No. 460, October 25, 1884" by Various is a scientific publication produced during the late 19th century that serves as a compilation of articles regarding advancements and discussions in various scientific fields, including chemistry, engineering, natural history, and technology. The supplement highlights several topics such as the history and evolution of the locomotive, the flow of water through turbines, and innovative machinery designed for textile production, thus providing insights into the scientific and technological developments of its time. The opening of the supplement includes a detailed table of contents that outlines the various topics and studies included within, such as Wolpert's method for estimating carbonic acid in the air, the history of the locomotive with a focus on George Stephenson's "Rocket," and experimental research related to turbines and propellers. Each section introduces significant historical figures, mechanical advancements, and experimental findings that were relevant to the scientific community of the era, promoting an understanding of both theoretical principles and practical applications in these fields. Overall, the beginning sets the stage for an informative exploration of the scientific progress occurring in the late 19th century. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | T: Technology |
| Subject | Science -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 11734 |
| Release Date | Mar 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 26, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 84 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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