| Author |
McPherson, William, 1864-1951 |
| Author |
Henderson, William Edwards, 1870- |
| Title |
An Elementary Study of Chemistry
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 62.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"An Elementary Study of Chemistry" by William McPherson and William Edwards Henderson is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This textbook aims to provide a comprehensive introduction to the basic principles of chemistry, covering essential topics deemed suitable for elementary level students. The authors emphasize clarity in outline and language, ensuring that complex concepts are presented in an accessible manner. The opening of the book establishes the framework for understanding natural sciences and describes the close relationship between physics and chemistry, highlighting the distinctions between physical and chemical changes. It goes on to introduce fundamental definitions and concepts, such as energy, matter, and the laws governing conservation, while laying the groundwork for more detailed discussions in subsequent chapters. The introductory material sets the stage for exploring various elements and compounds, with a particular focus on the scientific principles guiding chemical reactions and transformations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
QD: Science: Chemistry
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| Subject |
Chemistry
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
20848 |
| Release Date |
Mar 18, 2007 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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