Scientific American Supplement, No. 648, June 2, 1888. by Various
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"Scientific American Supplement, No. 648, June 2, 1888" by Various is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This collection features a variety of articles addressing advancements and discoveries across multiple scientific fields, including architecture, astronomy, botany, civil engineering, electricity, technology, and photography. The content reflects the period's fascination with industrial progress and scientific inquiry, catering to readers keen on the achievements and methodologies of contemporary science. The opening portion
presents the table of contents, indicating a diverse range of topics in scientific research and engineering. Key articles highlighted include the evolution of modern mill architecture, changes in stellar observations, the properties of plant species like the common dandelion, and advances in hydraulic engineering systems. Specific features like tests of building materials and the innovative use of electric lighting in various applications illustrate the era's technological progress and aim to inform both professionals in the field and the educated public about recent findings and practices in science and engineering. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Title | Scientific American Supplement, No. 648, June 2, 1888. |
| Credits |
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Henry Gardiner and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 55.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | T: Technology |
| Subject | Science -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 38403 |
| Release Date | Dec 24, 2011 |
| Last Update | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 337 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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