| Author |
Various |
| Title |
Scientific American Supplement, No. 531, March 6, 1886
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 57.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Produced by Josephine Paolucci, Don Kretz, Juliet Sutherland,
Charles Franks and the DP Team
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| Summary |
"Scientific American Supplement, No. 531, March 6, 1886" by Various is a scientific publication from the late 19th century. This particular issue features a diverse array of topics, primarily focusing on advancements and discussions in chemistry, engineering, technology, and horticulture, reflecting the scientific interests and industrial progress of the time. The beginning of this issue sets the stage with a detailed table of contents, highlighting articles on subjects such as the analysis and potential of aluminum, engineering advancements in fortifications using iron, and insights into horticulture, including methods for plant reproduction. One detailed article discusses the use of iron in fortification with a focus on the efficacy of different types of armored casemates. Another piece addresses high-speed navigation at sea, providing a glimpse into contemporary engineering debates. Through its varied topics, this supplement serves as a snapshot of scientific thought and technological innovation during a period of rapid advancement. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
T: Technology
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| Subject |
Science -- Periodicals
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
11383 |
| Release Date |
Feb 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 25, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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