How Long to Read Scientific American Inventions and Discoveries

How Long Does it Take to Read Scientific American Inventions and Discoveries?

It takes the average reader 8 hours and 36 minutes to read Scientific American Inventions and Discoveries by Rodney Carlisle

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

A unique A-to-Z reference of brilliance in innovation and invention Combining engagingly written, well-researched history with the respected imprimatur of Scientific American magazine, this authoritative, accessible reference provides a wide-ranging overview of the inventions, technological advances, and discoveries that have transformed human society throughout our history. More than 400 entertaining entries explain the details and significance of such varied breakthroughs as the development of agriculture, the "invention" of algebra, and the birth of the computer. Special chronological sections divide the entries, providing a unique focus on the intersection of science and technology from early human history to the present. In addition, each section is supplemented by primary source sidebars, which feature excerpts from scientists' diaries, contemporary accounts of new inventions, and various "In Their Own Words" sources. Comprehensive and thoroughly readable, Scientific American Inventions and Discoveries is an indispensable resource for anyone fascinated by the history of science and technology. Topics include: aerosol spray * algebra * Archimedes' Principle * barbed wire * canned food * carburetor * circulation of blood * condom * encryption machine * fork * fuel cell * latitude * music synthesizer * positron * radar * steel * television * traffic lights * Heisenberg's uncertainty principle

How long is Scientific American Inventions and Discoveries?

Scientific American Inventions and Discoveries by Rodney Carlisle is 512 pages long, and a total of 129,024 words.

This makes it 173% the length of the average book. It also has 158% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Scientific American Inventions and Discoveries Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 11 hours and 45 minutes to read Scientific American Inventions and Discoveries aloud.

What Reading Level is Scientific American Inventions and Discoveries?

Scientific American Inventions and Discoveries is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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