The Edinburgh New Philosophical Journal, Vol. XLIX by Various
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About this eBook
| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Editor | Jameson, Robert, 1774-1854 |
| Title |
The Edinburgh New Philosophical Journal, Vol. XLIX April-October 1850 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 50.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Barbara Tozier, Bill Tozier, Carol Brown and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "The Edinburgh New Philosophical Journal, Vol. XLIX" by Various is a scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. This journal, conducted by Robert Jameson, a prominent naturalist, focuses on the progressive discoveries and improvements in the sciences and arts. The work includes a series of scholarly articles on subjects such as zoology, geology, geography, and meteorology, reflecting the scientific advancements of the era. At the start of this volume, an article by Professor Louis Agassiz delves into the geographical distribution of animals, challenging common beliefs regarding their origin and dispersion. The opening portion outlines Agassiz's argument against the notion of a single point of origin for all species, instead proposing that animals originated across various regions simultaneously. He supports his theory with geological observations, emphasizing the importance of understanding the natural laws governing the distribution of life on Earth. Through detailed examples, Agassiz illustrates how distinct animal populations adapted to their environments, laying the groundwork for further discussion on the interconnectedness of species and their habitats in subsequent articles in the journal. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | Q: Science |
| Subject | Science -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 42128 |
| Release Date | Feb 18, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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