Den Waaragtigen Omloop des Bloeds by Antoni van Leeuwenhoek
"Den Waaragtigen Omloop des Bloeds" by Antoni van Leeuwenhoek is a scientific publication written in the late 17th century. This work discusses the circulation of blood in various creatures, showcasing Van Leeuwenhoek's meticulous observations through the use of a microscope. The book provides insights into the structure and function of blood vessels, particularly arteries and veins, as he explores these systems in different animals. In this detailed exploration, Van Leeuwenhoek presents his
observations of the blood circulation process in frogs and small fish, using vivid descriptions and illustrations to depict the flow of blood through their bodies. He meticulously describes how blood travels from the heart through the arteries to various body parts, and then returns via the veins, highlighting the continuous and dynamic nature of this system. He also comments on the physical characteristics of blood corpuscles, comparing them to the shapes of other elements, and concludes with a call for further exploration of these concepts in larger animals. His findings paved the way for greater understanding in the fields of anatomy and physiology, illustrating the importance of careful observation and scientific inquiry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Leeuwenhoek, Antoni van, 1632-1723 |
|---|---|
| Title | Den Waaragtigen Omloop des Bloeds |
| Note | Reading ease score: 64.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Louise Hope, Frank van Drogen, the Netherlands Team and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Canadian Institute for Historical Microreproductions (www.canadiana.org)) |
| Language | Dutch |
| LoC Class | QP: Science: Physiology |
| Subject | Blood -- Circulation |
| Subject | Blood-vessels |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 18929 |
| Release Date | Jul 28, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 91 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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