Groundbreaking Scientific Experiments Inventions And Discoveries Of The Ancient World

Author : Robert E. Krebs,Carolyn A. Krebs
Publisher : Greenwood
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2003-12-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780313313424

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Groundbreaking Scientific Experiments, Inventions, and Discoveries of the Ancient World by Robert E. Krebs,Carolyn A. Krebs Pdf

Encompassing scientific achievements from China, the Mediterranean world, Mesoamerica, and elsewhere, this text describes technological and scientific inventions from prehistory to the Middle Ages. Separate chapters are devoted to agriculture, astronomy, communications, engineering, timekeeping, tools and weaponry, medicine and health, mathematics, transportation and trade, the physical sciences, botany and zoology, the physical sciences, personal and household items. The text is written to be understandable to students at a high school level.

Author : Robert E. Krebs,Carolyn A. Krebs
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 398 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2003-12-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780313016707

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Groundbreaking Scientific Experiments, Inventions, and Discoveries of the Ancient World by Robert E. Krebs,Carolyn A. Krebs Pdf

This reference work describes the trial-and-error experiments, discoveries, and inventions of early humans who lived from before recorded history to the Middle Ages. Krebs travels through the ancient periods of Egypt, China, and Mesoamerica, to the classical Greek and Roman periods, and finally to the Christian era, providing students with the link between science and history, while revealing information about many cultures around the world. Each entry provides the who, when, and where of each discovery, invention, or experiment. Entries include calendars, gunpowder, anesthesia, contraception, spontaneous generation, the Arctic Circle, language, and tides. Part of the Groundbreaking Experiments, Inventions, and Discoveries through the Ages series, this book provides readers with a detailed look early humans' relation to world around them and the scientific advancements they made. It will be useful to high school and college students, teachers, and the general public interested in the history and science behind ancient civilizations.

Author : Robert E. Krebs
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 346 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2004-03-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780313058523

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Groundbreaking Scientific Experiments, Inventions, and Discoveries of the Middle Ages and the Renaissance by Robert E. Krebs Pdf

The Middle Ages and the Renaissance were a period of scientific and literary reawakening. Scientific development and a renewed interest in classical science led to new discoveries, inventions, and technologies. Between 500 and 1600 A.D., scientific explorers rediscovered ancient Greek and Eastern knowledge, which led to an eruption of fresh ideas. This reference work describes more than 75 experiments, inventions, and discoveries of the period, as well as the scientists, physicians, and scholars responsible for them. Individuals such as Leonardo da Vinci, Marco Polo, and Galileo are included, along with entries on reconstructive surgery, Stonehenge, eyeglasses, the microscope, and the discovery of smallpox. Part of a unique series that ranges from ancient times to the 20th century, this exploration of scientific advancements during the Middle Ages and the Renaissance will be useful to high school and college students, teachers, and general readers seeking information about significant advances in scientific history.

Author : Robert E. Krebs
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 503 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2004-03-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 9798216092452

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Groundbreaking Scientific Experiments, Inventions, and Discoveries of the Middle Ages and the Renaissance by Robert E. Krebs Pdf

The Middle Ages and the Renaissance were a period of scientific and literary reawakening. Scientific development and a renewed interest in classical science led to new discoveries, inventions, and technologies. Between 500 and 1600 A.D., scientific explorers rediscovered ancient Greek and Eastern knowledge, which led to an eruption of fresh ideas. This reference work describes more than 75 experiments, inventions, and discoveries of the period, as well as the scientists, physicians, and scholars responsible for them. Individuals such as Leonardo da Vinci, Marco Polo, and Galileo are included, along with entries on reconstructive surgery, Stonehenge, eyeglasses, the microscope, and the discovery of smallpox. Part of a unique series that ranges from ancient times to the 20th century, this exploration of scientific advancements during the Middle Ages and the Renaissance will be useful to high school and college students, teachers, and general readers seeking information about significant advances in scientific history.

Author : Robert E. Krebs
Publisher : Greenwood
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2004-03-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780313324338

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Groundbreaking Scientific Experiments, Inventions, and Discoveries of the Middle Ages and the Renaissance by Robert E. Krebs Pdf

The Middle Ages and the Renaissance were a period of scientific and literary reawakening. This reference work describes more than 75 experiments, inventions, and discoveries of the period, as well as the scientists, physicians, and scholars responsible for them. Individuals such as Leonardo da Vinci, Marco Polo, and Galileo are included, along with entries on reconstructive surgery, Stonehenge, eyeglasses, the microscope, and the discovery of smallpox.

Author : Jonathan Shectman
Publisher : Greenwood
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2003-09-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780313320156

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Groundbreaking Scientific Experiments, Inventions, and Discoveries of the 18th Century by Jonathan Shectman Pdf

The 18th century saw the emergence of the industrial and chemical revolutions and witnessed the near-universal acceptance of applied science. It was a time of revolutionary, lasting transformation for the practice of science and mathematics. Most procedures and precepts of modern science took hold during the 18th century, when scientists first paired scientific research with practical application to astonishing results. In over 60 alphabetical entries, Shectman examines at the tremendous scientific discoveries, inventions, and inquiries of the period. Familiar topics such as the steam engine and hot air balloon are covered, along with lesser-known topics such as the Watt copy press and Newton's experimentum crucis. A thorough discussion of each entry's scientific impact provides readers with an understanding of the lasting social and political importance of these advancements. Narratives enrich the entries by adding context and perspective to the century's fascinating scientific history. Students and researchers will find this reference book easy to use. Included are an appendix of entries listed by scientific field, a glossary of terms, indexes by name and subject.

Author : Jonathan Shectman
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2003-09-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780313072437

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Groundbreaking Scientific Experiments, Inventions, and Discoveries of the 18th Century by Jonathan Shectman Pdf

The 18th century saw the emergence of the industrial and chemical revolutions and witnessed the near-universal acceptance of applied science. It was a time of revolutionary, lasting transformation for the practice of science and mathematics. Most procedures and precepts of modern science took hold during the 18th century, when scientists first paired scientific research with practical application to astonishing results. In over 60 alphabetical entries, Shectman examines at the tremendous scientific discoveries, inventions, and inquiries of the period. Familiar topics such as the steam engine and hot air balloon are covered, along with lesser-known topics such as the Watt copy press and Newton's experimentum crucis. A thorough discussion of each entry's scientific impact provides readers with an understanding of the lasting social and political importance of these advancements. Narratives enrich the entries by adding context and perspective to the century's fascinating scientific history. Students and researchers will find this reference book easy to use. Included are an appendix of entries listed by scientific field, a glossary of terms, indexes by name and subject.

Author : Michael Windelspecht
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2001-11-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780313006937

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Groundbreaking Scientific Experiments, Inventions, and Discoveries of the 17th Century by Michael Windelspecht Pdf

The 17th century was a time of transition for the study of science and mathematics. The technological achievements of this time directly impacted both society and the future of science. This reference resource explores the major scientific and mathematical milestones of this era, and examines them from both their scientific and sociological perspectives. Over fifty entries, arranged alphabetically, illustrate how this was a time marking the first wide-spread application of experimentation and mathematics to the study of science--an exciting time brought to life through this unique exploration. Students will find not only the familiar names like Galileo and Newton who are well-recognized for their contributions in science, but they will also encounter the names of lesser-known scientists and inventors who challenged long-held doctrines and beliefs. The contributions of the scientists, mathemeticians, and inventors of the 17th century would have a significant impact on the course of science into modern times. This impact is explored in detail to provide an understanding of how scientific study affects everyday life and how it evolves to provide a better understanding of our world.

Author : James E. Bobick,G. Lynn Berard
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2011-04-19
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781591587941

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Science and Technology Resources by James E. Bobick,G. Lynn Berard Pdf

An indispensable resource for anyone wanting to create, maintain, improve, understand, or use the diverse information resources within a sci-tech library. Providing cutting-edge practices and tools in library and information science as well as a historical perspective on science and technology resources, Science and Technology Resources: A Guide for Information Professionals and Researchers begins with an overview of the nature of sci-tech literature, the information-seeking behavior of scientists and engineers, and an examination of the research cycle. Each of the 12 chapters focuses on a specific format, showcasing specific examples and representative resources in current practice. This practical guide will be invaluable to librarians, information specialists, engineering and science professionals, and students interested in acquiring a practical knowledge of science and technology resources. The comprehensive subject bibliographies provide a sci-tech library administrator with the resources to develop and maintain an effective science, technology, and engineering collection.

Author : Maria de Icaza,World Intellectual Property Organization
Publisher : WIPO
Page : 69 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2010-12-01
Category : Law
ISBN : 9789280514315

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Learn from the Past, Create the Future by Maria de Icaza,World Intellectual Property Organization Pdf

"Inventions and Patents" is the first of WIPO's Learn from the past, create the future series of publications aimed at young students. This series was launched in recognition of the importance of children and young adults as the creators of our future.

Author : Richard G. Olson
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2009-12-21
Category : History
ISBN : 9780313065231

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Technology and Science in Ancient Civilizations by Richard G. Olson Pdf

Why did the Greeks excel in geometry, but lag begin the Mesopotamians in arithmetic? How were the great pyramids of Egypt and the Han tombs in China constructed? What did the complex system of canals and dykes in the Tigris and Euphrates river valley have to do with the deforestation of Lebanon's famed cedar forests? This work presents a cross-cultural comparison of the ways in which the ancients learned about and preserved their knowledge of the natural world, and the ways in which they developed technologies that enabled them to adapt to and shape their surroundings. Covering the major ancient civilizations - those of Mesopotamia, Egypt, China, Greece, the Indus Valley, and Meso-America - Olson explores how language and numbering systems influenced the social structure, how seemingly beneficial construction projects affected a civilization's rise or decline, how religion and magic shaped both medicine and agriculture, and how trade and the resulting cultural interactions transformed the making of both everyday household items and items intended as art. Along the way, Olson delves into how scientific knowledge and its technological applications changed the daily lives of the ancients.

Author : Colin A. Ronan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 126 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 1973
Category : Discoveries in science
ISBN : 0356046052

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Lost Discoveries by Colin A. Ronan Pdf

Author : Terry Breverton
Publisher : Quercus Publishing
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2012-04-26
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781780873404

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Breverton's Encyclopedia of Inventions by Terry Breverton Pdf

Invention and innovation are what distinguish the human race from all of the other species on Earth. Throughout history the imagination and pioneering spirit of human kind has compelled us to question why we do things in a certain way and, more importantly, how we can do things better. Celebrating the ingenuity, creativity and resourcefulness that has led to some of the most amazing technological leaps through the ages, Breverton's Encyclopedia of Inventions examines the key innovations and breakthroughs of all time and the genius behind them. Starting with the building of the pyramids in ancient Egypt and the discovery of the solar system, moving through surgery, dynamite and rockets, to modern technology such as the smart card and genetic engineering, Terry Breverton springs many surprises. He uncovers fascinating and little-known facts: for example, that Price, not Fleming, discovered penicillin; that Swan, not Edison invented the electric light, and that Wallace, not Darwin first advanced the theory of evolution. Tracing the sheer persistence of brilliant men and women across the globe, who fought the prevailing ideas of their times and advanced technology, Breverton's Encyclopedia of Inventions will inspire anyone interested in the history and developments that have changed our lives and shaped our planet's future.

Author : Sal Restivo
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 728 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2005-05-19
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780199771530

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Science, Technology, and Society by Sal Restivo Pdf

Emphasizing an interdisciplinary and international coverage of the functions and effects of science and technology in society and culture, Science, Technology, and Society contains over 130 A to Z signed articles written by major scholars and experts from academic and scientific institutions and institutes worldwide. Each article is accompanied by a selected bibliography. Other features include extensive cross referencing throughout, a directory of contributors, and an extensive topical index.

Author : Jill L. Baker
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 326 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2018-10-10
Category : History
ISBN : 9781351188098

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Technology of the Ancient Near East by Jill L. Baker Pdf

Peoples of the distant past lived comfortably in cities that boasted well-conceived urban planning, monumental architecture, running water, artistic expression, knowledge of mathematics and medicine, and more. Without the benefits of modern technology, they enjoyed all the accoutrements of modern civilization. Technology of the Ancient Near East brings together in a single volume what is known about the technology behind these acheivements, based on the archaeological, textual, historic, and scientific data drawn from a wide range of sources, focusing on subjects such as warfare, construction, metallurgy, ceramics and glass, water management, and time keeping. These technologies are discussed within the cultural, historic, and socio-economic contexts within which they were invented and the book emphasises these as the foundation upon which modern technology is based. In so doing, this study elucidates the ingenuity of ancient minds, offering an invaluable introduction for students of ancient technology and science.