Isbn: 9781332783373 - the micrographic dictionary, vol. 2: a guide to the examination and investigation of the structure and nature of microscopic objects; plates (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This groundbreaking illustrated compendium surveys microscopy's evolution over three centuries and its profound impact on scientific discovery. It begins with the invention of the first simple microscopes in the 16th century, through their advancement in the 17th and 18th centuries, to their present-day sophistication. The book not only chronicles the development of the microscope, it also reviews how the tool has transformed our understanding of biology, geology, medicine, and more. It highlights microscopy's role in revealing the intricate architectural order of cells and tissues, enabling the discovery of bacteria, and in unlocking the secrets of genetics. The book concludes with an exploration of microscopy's potential for future scientific breakthroughs, further solidifying its place as our indispensable gateway to the microcosm. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…