Les grands froids by Emile Bouant

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Author Bouant, Emile, 1847-1926
Illustrator Weber, Theodore
LoC No. 33034076
Title Les grands froids
Note Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents Les effets du froid -- Les régions des grands froids -- Les grands hivers français -- Le grand hiver de 1879-1880 -- Les grands froids et les climats.
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Summary "Les grands froids" by Émile Bouant is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The work explores the effects of extreme cold on humans, animals, and plants, drawing on historical observations to illustrate its points. The book delves into the physiological adaptations of humans against cold temperatures and examines how various climates influence life forms across the globe. The opening of "Les grands froids" introduces the relationship between temperature sensations and actual thermometric measurements. Bouant discusses the inaccuracies in assessing heat and cold through direct bodily sensations, emphasizing the need for a precise instrument—the thermometer—which allows for standardized measurement of temperature fluctuations. He further outlines the different physiological responses of humans to extreme cold and heat, detailing how both clothing choices and biological processes help maintain body temperature. The beginning sets a scientific tone, highlighting the importance of understanding temperature impacts on life and preparing for extreme weather conditions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class QC: Science: Physics
Subject Winter
Subject Polar regions
Subject Cold -- Physiological effect
Subject France -- Climate
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EBook-No. 43760
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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