Scientific American Supplement, No. 455, September 20, 1884 by Various
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| Author | Various |
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| Title | Scientific American Supplement, No. 455, September 20, 1884 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 57.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | “Scientific American Supplement, No. 455, September 20, 1884” by Various is a scientific publication from the late 19th century. The collection presents a variety of articles spanning multiple disciplines, including chemistry, engineering, technology, natural history, and medicine. This issue features studies on topics such as the temperature of the earth measured from deep mines, the properties of gallisin, an unfermentable substance in starch sugar, and the applications of electricity in understanding seismic movements. At the start of the work, the publication outlines its diverse content through a detailed table of contents, indicating a rich variety of scientific explorations. Notably, the beginning includes an article discussing the characteristics and hunting of the giraffe, as well as insights into the temperature variations experienced in deep mines. Other topics presented in the opening part include innovative methods for utilizing petroleum in locomotive engines and the examination of various chemical compounds for practical applications. This diverse array of articles sets a foundation for the supplement's detailed investigations into emerging scientific theories and practices of the time, appealing to those interested in historical advancements in science and technology. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | T: Technology |
| Subject | Science -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 13962 |
| Release Date | Nov 5, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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