Outlines of mineralogy by Torbern Bergman
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"Outlines of Mineralogy" by Torbern Bergman is a scientific publication written in the late 18th century. The work offers a systematic approach to the study of minerals, focusing on their component parts and properties, providing foundational knowledge for the discipline of mineralogy. The book not only emphasizes the classification of minerals but also discusses the methods of identifying their characteristics through both external and internal examinations. The opening of the text includes
a translator's preface that explains the motivation behind making Professor Bergman’s work accessible to a wider audience, seeking to enhance its practical utility in the field of science. The author's preface follows, detailing the genesis of the work and its structure. Bergman addresses the challenges inherent in classifying minerals due to their complex nature and variability. He outlines his intention to classify fossils into categories based on their constituent parts, emphasizing that a deep understanding of these properties is crucial for their effective application in various spheres of human use. The text begins with essential definitions and observations that lay the groundwork for a comprehensive study of minerals and their classifications. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Bergman, Torbern, 1735-1784 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Withering, William, 1741-1799 |
| Uniform Title | Sciagraphia regni mineralis. English |
| Title | Outlines of mineralogy |
| Original Publication | Birmingham: Piercy and Jones, 1783. |
| Credits | Richard Tonsing, Charlene Taylor, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 62.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QE: Science: Geology |
| Subject | Mineralogy -- Early works to 1800 |
| Subject | Mineralogical chemistry -- Early works to 1800 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 74532 |
| Release Date | Oct 6, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 329 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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