An Introduction to the Elements of Science (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

St. George Jackson Mivart

9780656839759: An Introduction to the Elements of Science (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0656839759 ISBN 13: 9780656839759

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Discover how numbers and measurement unlock every field of science, and start learning with clear, practical steps.

An Introduction to the Elements of Science guides beginners through the very first steps of scientific thinking. It explains why mathematics is the foundation of all knowledge and shows how careful observation, counting, and measurement lead to true understanding. The book frames science as an approachable, methodical pursuit, inviting readers to build confidence and patience as they learn to reason like scientists.

The text also offers a concrete view of the living world, from how cells form and grow to what makes living things different from non-living matter. It presents the idea that protoplasm and cells are the basic units of life, and it explains how growth, secretion, and structure arise from these tiny building blocks. Readers will encounter illustrated explanations that connect everyday observations to fundamental scientific concepts.

See how number, measurement, and reasoning tie together every object and process in nature
Differentiate living organisms from crystals and other inorganic matter
Explore cells, protoplasm, growth, and the basics of bodily function
Build foundational skills in observation, cause, and effect, and scientific thinking

Ideal for readers beginning their study of science who want a clear, approachable introduction to how science works.

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