Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, "Logarithm" to "Lord Advocate" by Various

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Author Various
Title Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, "Logarithm" to "Lord Advocate"
Volume 16, Slice 8
Note Reading ease score: 57.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, 'Logarithm' to 'Lord Advocate'" by Various is a scientific reference work written in the early 20th century. This volume is part of a comprehensive collection covering various topics in arts, sciences, and literature. It includes detailed entries on subjects ranging from mathematical concepts like logarithms to geographical locations and historical figures such as the Lord Advocate. The content serves as an authoritative guide for readers seeking knowledge across a wide array of disciplines. At the start of this volume, we find a detailed discussion on logarithms, beginning with their definition and core properties as a mathematical function. The text explains the historical context of logarithms, attributing their invention to John Napier and discussing their significance in simplifying arithmetic calculations. It introduces logarithmic calculations and includes various examples, highlighting the applications of logarithms in mathematical analysis and other fields. This opening segment establishes the foundational importance of logarithms in mathematics and their practical implications in computation and scientific inquiry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class AE: General Works: Encyclopedias
Subject Encyclopedias and dictionaries
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EBook-No. 42342
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