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- Artikelzustand
- Title
- Measure for Measure: The Story of Imperial, Metric, and Other Un
- ISBN
- 9780801870729
- Book Title
- Measure for Measure : the Story of Imperial, Metric, and Other Units
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press
- Item Length
- 8.7 in
- Publication Year
- 2003
- Format
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- Illustrator
- Yes
- Item Height
- 0.8 in
- Genre
- Science, Mathematics
- Topic
- Weights & Measures, General, Applied
- Item Weight
- 14.6 Oz
- Item Width
- 5.9 in
- Number of Pages
- 232 Pages
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From the cubit used by Noah to build the ark to the angstrom in spectroscopy, units of measure have been integral to science and engineering. Throughout history, countless systems of measurement have been devised and then discarded as more precise and more logical systems have come along.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press
ISBN-10
0801870720
ISBN-13
9780801870729
eBay Product ID (ePID)
2250531
Product Key Features
Book Title
Measure for Measure : the Story of Imperial, Metric, and Other Units
Number of Pages
232 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Weights & Measures, General, Applied
Publication Year
2003
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Science, Mathematics
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
0.8 in
Item Weight
14.6 Oz
Item Length
8.7 in
Item Width
5.9 in
Additional Product Features
Reviews
"This slim, detailed volume is unique in concept, deceptively simple in its outline, and highly readable, with the author using deft humor to point out the degree to which measures and their creation were driven by both human necessity and the demands of mathematics and the sciences. "--Robert B. Ridinger, E-Streams, Informed and scholarly history of imperial, metric, and other units of measurement, blending science, engineering, and human discovery., This slim, detailed volume is unique in concept, deceptively simple in its outline, and highly readable, with the author using deft humor to point out the degree to which measures and their creation were driven by both human necessity and the demands of mathematics and the sciences., "Will draw readers interested in recreational math. Hebra emphasizes how quantities are defined and derived from basic units, and converted from one system to another... Hebra's touch is playful, however; after an opening run through ancient counting systems, he salts his ensuing narrative with numerous anecdotes, such as how to establish a common measurement system with extraterrestrials. Substantively, Hebra demonstrates that it is not too hard to learn how to speak the correct language (in either metric or FPS [foot-pound-second] dialects) of Newtonian inertia and motion; light; heat; electricity; and fluids. Good fun for the numerically minded." -- Booklist, Will draw readers interested in recreational math. Hebra emphasizes how quantities are defined and derived from basic units, and converted from one system to another... Hebra's touch is playful, however; after an opening run through ancient counting systems, he salts his ensuing narrative with numerous anecdotes, such as how to establish a common measurement system with extraterrestrials. Substantively, Hebra demonstrates that it is not too hard to learn how to speak the correct language (in either metric or FPS [foot-pound-second] dialects) of Newtonian inertia and motion; light; heat; electricity; and fluids. Good fun for the numerically minded., "A useful book for anyone wanting to know more about units of measurement and their role in science (especially physics). Many of the examples would make for excellent assignments for students, and the many illustrations are very helpful." -- Fernando Q. Gouvêa, MAA Reviews, A useful book for anyone wanting to know more about units of measurement and their role in science (especially physics). Many of the examples would make for excellent assignments for students, and the many illustrations are very helpful., "A useful book for anyone wanting to know more about units of measurement and their role in science (especially physics). Many of the examples would make for excellent assignments for students, and the many illustrations are very helpful." -- Fernando Q. Gouvêa, MReviews, 'Will draw readers interested in recreational math. Hebra emphasizes how quantities are defined and derived from basic units, and converted from one system to another... Hebra's touch is playful, however; after an opening run through ancient counting systems, he salts his ensuing narrative with numerous anecdotes, such as how to establish a common measurement system with extraterrestrials. Substantively, Hebra demonstrates that it is not too hard to learn how to speak the correct language (in either metric or FPS dialects) of Newtonian inertia and motion; light; heat; electricity; and fluids. Good fun for the numerically minded.' -- Booklist'Informed and scholarly history of imperial, metric, and other units of measurement, blending science, engineering, and human discovery.' -- Library Bookwatch'This slim, detailed volume is unique in concept, deceptively simple in its outline, and highly readable, with the author using deft humor to point out the degree to which measures and their creation were driven by both human necessity and the demands of mathematics and the sciences.' -- Robert B. Ridinger, E-Streams'The integration of math and engineering history is not easy to do, and in my opinion Hebra has successfully carried it off. The book is well-organized and written in a delightful, dry wit.' -- Paul Nahin, author of The Science of Radio and Duelling Idiots and Other Probability Puzzlers'Measure for Measure is a charming book, packed with delights, in which Hebra guides us from Ancient Egypt and Babylon to the present day. It is filled with anecdotes and historical facts that illuminate and enliven his account of the way that scientists and engineers have come to agreement on how to define the basic units for physical quantities and how they are related. Alex Hebra has written a book that is both informative and fun.' -- John Charap, author of Explaining the Universe'Alex Hebra's extraordinary book shows how units of measurement are woven inextricably into the fabric of science and history. There is no escape from the need for units -- ancient or modern, they are everywhere. Step into the hotel bar and you could still be offered a hogshead (that's more beer than you can drink) or a jeroboam (that's more champagne than you can afford), although a gill or a quart is more likely. From ancient Babylon to biochemistry, from Archimedes to Jefferson, from cubits to Angstroms, units have a story to tell. If you have ever wondered about the distance between Alexandria and Aswan in camel-days or how fast a Martian canal boat can go, then this is the book for you.' -- Neil A. Downie, author of Vacuum Bazookas, Electric Rainbow Jelly, and 27 Other Saturday Science Projects'A useful book for anyone wanting to know more about units of measurement and their role in science (especially physics). Many of the examples would make for excellent assignments for students, and the many illustrations are very helpful.' -- Fernando Q. GouvÛa, MAA Reviews, "Informed and scholarly history of imperial, metric, and other units of measurement, blending science, engineering, and human discovery."-- Library Bookwatch
Dewey Edition
21
Lccn
2002-001840
Target Audience
Trade
Dewey Decimal
389/.1/09
Lc Classification Number
Qc83.H43 2002
Table of Content
Contents:PrefaceAcknowledgments1. Blessing Our CountingsUnits and Numbers2. Going to Great Lengths3. Degrees of SeparationAngles and Solid Angles4. The 'Obvious' Unit of Time5. Weighty MattersOf Mass and Force6. Gravimetric Standards7. The Matter with Mass8. Empire of LightLuminosity and Intensity9. Hot StuffTemperature, Pressure, and Thermodynamics10. The Missing LinkEnergy11. Compound Units12. Invasion of Aliens and Nihilists13. The Inter(galactic)net14. Units, Physics, and MathematicsAppendixConversion TablesSuggested ReadingBibliographyIndex
Copyright Date
2002
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