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The dictionary provides a comprehensive overview of physical sciences, detailing the evolution of scientific terminology and practices since its first publication in 1989. It features an alphabetical arrangement covering diverse topics from magnetism to energy, alongside abstract concepts like hypothesis and theory. The entries highlight the interconnectedness of scientific inquiry with broader societal issues, addressing themes such as pollution and weapons, ultimately illustrating that science, while systematic, shares complexities with other fields of human activity.
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A Companion to the Physical Sciences, David Knight
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- Released
- 2017
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- Title
- A Companion to the Physical Sciences
- Language
- English
- Authors
- David Knight
- Publisher
- Routledge
- Released
- 2017
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 184
- ISBN13
- 9781138643147
- Category
- History, Encyclopedia, Nature in general
- Description
- The dictionary provides a comprehensive overview of physical sciences, detailing the evolution of scientific terminology and practices since its first publication in 1989. It features an alphabetical arrangement covering diverse topics from magnetism to energy, alongside abstract concepts like hypothesis and theory. The entries highlight the interconnectedness of scientific inquiry with broader societal issues, addressing themes such as pollution and weapons, ultimately illustrating that science, while systematic, shares complexities with other fields of human activity.