The Chemical History of a Candle

The Chemical History of a Candle

Author: Michael Faraday

Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan

Published: 2024-09-23

Total Pages: 116

ISBN-13:

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Unveil the wonders of science with Michael Faraday’s ""The Chemical History Of A Candle."". This illuminating course of lectures, delivered to a juvenile audience at the Royal Institution, provides a fascinating exploration of chemistry through the simple yet profound subject of a candle. As Faraday’s lectures unfold, discover the intricate chemical processes that occur when a candle burns. Faraday’s engaging and accessible explanations bring scientific concepts to life, making complex principles understandable for young readers and science enthusiasts alike. But here's an intriguing question: How can the seemingly mundane process of a candle burning reveal the marvels of chemical reactions and scientific discovery? Faraday’s lectures invite readers to appreciate the beauty and complexity of the natural world through everyday phenomena. Experience the educational value and wonder of ""The Chemical History Of A Candle,"" where each lecture provides a detailed and engaging look at the chemistry behind one of the most common objects in our lives. Faraday’s approach makes science both fascinating and accessible. Are you ready to explore the chemistry of everyday objects with ""The Chemical History Of A Candle""? Engage with a classic work that combines scientific education with engaging storytelling. Faraday’s lectures offer a valuable resource for young readers and anyone interested in the fundamentals of chemistry. Don’t miss the chance to delve into the scientific marvels of a candle. Purchase ""The Chemical History Of A Candle"" today, and experience the educational insights of Michael Faraday’s remarkable lectures. Get your copy now and discover the wonders of chemistry through Faraday’s brilliant and accessible explanations.


The Myth of Scientific Literacy

The Myth of Scientific Literacy

Author: Morris Herbert Shamos

Publisher: Rutgers University Press

Published: 1995

Total Pages: 294

ISBN-13: 9780813521961

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Shamos argues that a meaningful scientific literacy cannot be achieved in the first place, and the attempt is a misuse of human resources on a grand scale. He is skeptical about forecasts of "critical shortfalls in scientific manpower" and about the motives behind crash programs to get more young people into the science pipeline.


Planet Medicine: Origins, Revised Edition

Planet Medicine: Origins, Revised Edition

Author: Richard Grossinger

Publisher: North Atlantic Books

Published: 2013-03-26

Total Pages: 673

ISBN-13: 1583947280

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Planet Medicine is a major work by an anthropologist who looks at medicine in a broad context. In this edition, additions to this classic text include a section on Reiki, a comparison of types of palpation used in healing, updates on craniosacral therapy, and a means of understanding how different alternative medicines actually work. Illustrated throughout, this is the standard on the history, philosophy, and anthropology of this subject.