Scientific American Supplement, No. 497, July 11, 1885 by Various
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"Scientific American Supplement, No. 497, July 11, 1885" by Various is a scientific publication likely produced during the late 19th century. This volume is part of a series aimed at disseminating knowledge on various scientific and technological advancements of its time, covering diverse topics from chemistry to engineering, natural history to botany. The opening portion of this edition includes several articles discussing topics such as the processes for making sea water potable,
the intricacies of building foundations in quicksand, and advancements in engineering highlighted by a detailed description of a lift bridge over the Ourcq Canal. These articles provide insights into the innovative practices and technical challenges of the era, as well as detailing achievements in transportation and infrastructure, showcasing how scientific principles were applied to solve real-world problems. The beginning of this publication thus sets the stage for discussions that illustrate the blend of science, technology, and engineering prevalent in the late 19th century. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Title | Scientific American Supplement, No. 497, July 11, 1885 |
| Credits |
Produced by Josephine Paolucci, Don Kretz, Juliet Sutherland and PG Distributed Proofreaders |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 66.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | T: Technology |
| Subject | Science -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 9666 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2006 |
| Last Update | Jan 2, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 439 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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