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Item specifics
- Condition
- Very Good
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- Subjects
- Mathematics & Sciences
- ISBN
- 9781554070893
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Firefly Books, The Limited
ISBN-10
1554070899
ISBN-13
9781554070893
eBay Product ID (ePID)
46821355
Product Key Features
Number of Pages
224 Pages
Publication Name
Measure of Everything : an Illustrated Guide to the Science of Measurement
Language
English
Subject
Measurement, Weights & Measures, Référence, General
Publication Year
2006
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Mathematics, Référence, Technology & Engineering, Science
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.6 in
Item Weight
0 Oz
Item Length
9 in
Item Width
6.1 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2006-275392
TitleLeading
A
Reviews
The ability to measure is part of the foundation of civilization... short entries... organized into the fields of Earth and life sciences... include measurements both historic and current., Short entries... organized into the fields of Earth and life sciences... include measurements both historic and current.
Illustrated
Yes
Table Of Content
Introduction EARTH AND LIFE SCIENCES Astronomy and Astrology Distance Geology Land Area Commerce Medicine Meteorology Minerals and Metals Time and Calendar Living Things PHYSICAL SCIENCES Chemistry Electricity and Magnetism Temperature Light Mathematics Nuclear and Atomic Physics Energy Speed and Flow Mass and Weight TECHNOLOGY AND LEISURE Computers and Communication Engineering Finance, Coins and Currencies Food Liquids Paper and Publishing Textiles and Cloth Music Photography Appendix One : Names of Large Numbers Appendix Two : Units of the SI Appendix Three : Symbols and Abbreviations Index Acknowledgments
Synopsis
Measurement is one of humankind's oldest and most vital activities. This reference is a wide-ranging and comprehensive guide to what is measured and why., A comprehensive reference and history book on what is measured and why. Measurement is one of humankind's oldest and most vital activities. By measuring height, speed, size, temperature, strength and many other factors, humans can compare, improve and progress. In fact, measurement is an essential tool for survival. A Measure of Everything is a wide-ranging and comprehensive guide to what is measured and why. The book begins when the basic measurements were as simple as more, less and enough. As societies evolved, relative measurements were no longer sufficient. Advances in language allowed more precise measurements. Short distances were measured in relation to parts of the human body. For example, the ancient measurement cubit was the length of a pharaoh's arm plus the width of his hand. As society and culture progress and change, so do measurements. The rise of astronomy and the sciences demanded more exact measurements. These measurements are typically named after the discovering scientist, e.g., henry, curie, watt, rutherford, fahrenheit. This book features 28 categories organized into three sections: Earth and Life Sciences : astronomy, distance, time, meteorology, medicine, and five others. Physical Sciences : chemistry, mathematics, physics, speed, weight, temperature, and three others. Technology and Leisure : computers, engineering, finance, food, textiles, and four others. A Measure of Everything is an informative and entertaining book that will appeal to a wide range of readers., A comprehensive reference and history book on what is measured and why. Measurement is one of humankind's oldest and most vital activities. By measuring height, speed, size, temperature, strength and many other factors, humans can compare, improve and progress. In fact, measurement is an essential tool for survival. A Measure of Everything is a wide-ranging and comprehensive guide to what is measured and why. The book begins when the basic measurements were as simple as more, less and enough. As societies evolved, relative measurements were no longer sufficient. Advances in language allowed more precise measurements. Short distances were measured in relation to parts of the human body. For example, the ancient measurement cubit was the length of a pharaoh's arm plus the width of his hand. As society and culture progress and change, so do measurements. The rise of astronomy and the sciences demanded more exact measurements. These measurements are typically named after the discovering scientist, e.g., henry, curie, watt, rutherford, fahrenheit. This book features 28 categories organized into three sections: Earth and Life Sciences astronomy, distance, time, meteorology, medicine, and five others. Physical Sciences chemistry, mathematics, physics, speed, weight, temperature, and three others. Technology and Leisure computers, engineering, finance, food, textiles, and four others. A Measure of Everything is an informative and entertaining book that will appeal to a wide range of readers., A wide-ranging guide to units of measure including earth and life sciences, physical sciences and technology, and leisure. Topics include astronomy, medicine, temperature, chemistry, food, currency, and photography.
LC Classification Number
QC90.5M43 2005
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- d***c (193)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseFantastic seller, an absolute pleasure to do business with. Book in excellent condition, quick and lovingly well-packaged shipping.
- 2***i (625)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseAbsolutely An A+ Transaction!
- t***6 (26)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseGreat experience. I ordered a luxury hardcover for which the condition of the book is important and the packing was great and the item was as described. I asked questions during the process and the seller was responsive and helpful. I would definitely buy again from this seller