TY  - BOOK
AU  - Various
TI  - Scientific American Supplement, No. 483, April 4, 1885
AV  - T 
PY  - 2004///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Science -- Periodicals
N1  - Release date is 2004-11-20; Produced by Don Kretz, Juliet Sutherland, Charles Franks and the DP Team; Original publication data not identified
N2  - "Scientific American Supplement, No. 483, April 4, 1885" by Various is a scientific publication from the late 19th century, specifically from an era marked by rapid advancements in technology and sciences. This volume showcases a collection of articles that delve into various topics within chemistry, engineering, technology, electricity, physics, medicine, and biography, reflecting the scientific inquiries and innovations of the time.  The opening portion of this supplement introduces a rich tapestry of scientific discourse, starting with a table of contents outlining articles on graphite determination in minerals, engineering methodologies, advancements in electrical safety devices, and the spread of cholera, among others. One notable article discusses the life and achievements of Theodor Billroth, a renowned surgeon in Vienna. Additionally, the publication features contributions related to the use of sulphurous acid as a disinfectant and the technique for determining graphite in minerals, indicating a blend of medical, chemical, and practical engineering knowledge prevalent in that era. Overall, this supplement serves as a historical archive, providing insights into the scientific community's interests and challenges faced during the 1880s. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/14097
ER  -