Scientific American Supplement, No. 362, December 9, 1882

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Various

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

To be supplied : Project Gutenberg, 2010.

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Scientific American Supplement, No. 362, December 9, 1882" by Various is a scientific publication written during the late 19th century. This periodical presents a compilation of articles covering various advancements and discussions in fields such as engineering, technology, chemistry, hygiene, electricity, metallurgy, architecture, and botany, reflecting the scientific progress and interests of the time. At the start of this supplement, readers are introduced to a wide array of topics. The content includes recent improvements in textile machinery, the significant contributions of chemist Friedrich Wöhler, advancements in electric lighting, and the construction and functionality of a new rolling mill for iron. There are also insights into public health and hygiene, specifically related to the quality of air and its impact on health. Through detailed illustrations and technical descriptions, the opening portion showcases notable innovations and analyses, signifying the intersection of science and industry during the late 19th century. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Olaf Voss, Don Kretz, Juliet Sutherland, Charles Franks and the Distributed Proofreaders Team

Notes:

Reading ease score: 54.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2005-08-01