Scientific Laws, Principles, and Theories
Subtitle: A Reference Guide
Publisher: Greenwood Press; ABC-CLIO, LLC
Published: October 30, 2000
Language: eng
Format: Hardcover
Number of pages: 416
ISBN-13: 9780313309571
Subjects: History of science; Philosophy of science; Foundations Of Science; Science; Science/Mathematics; History; Science / General; Physical laws
Description: "The development of universal scientific laws, physical principles, viable theories, and testable hypotheses has a long history, one which has included many errors and many exciting breakthroughs. Students can explore that fascinating history from ancient times to the present in this unique reference collection of laws, theories, and principles related to the physical and biological scientific fields. Each entry clearly defines a concept in easy-to-understand language. Discussions of the history and development behind the concepts in each entry provide students with a broad understanding of the exploratory nature of science, how conclusions are drawn, and how the study of science affects our lives."--Jacket.