How to Measure Anything

The Science of Measurement

Christopher Joseph

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Ivy
29 March 2022

Research & information: general; Mathematics & Sciences; Mensuration & systems of measurement; Earth sciences

Learn about scales of measurement used in everything from meteorology to music notation in this comprehensive and informative reference guide.

Measurement is constantly all around us. It forms the foundations of science - the ohms and amps of physics and the moles and isotopes of chemistry - and shapes our every day. Our relationships with measurement start the moment we wake and check the day's temperature and continue until the precise second we go to sleep. But beyond the familiar measurements, hundreds more are listed in this entertaining and revealing reference book.

Packed with unusual and fascinating facts ranging from everyday amounts, such as how much salt is there in a pinch (1/8 teaspoon), to key scientific measurements, including the parsec, which is equivalent to 3.26 light-years, or just over 19.26 trillion miles, How to Measure Anything's entries are accompanied by diagrams, symbols and illustrations to help demonstrate these concepts and measurements in action. The methods used to measure food, photography, finance, commerce, magnetism, atomic physics are just a fraction of the areas covered in this essential guide that helps us to better understand how our world works.

By: Christopher Joseph
Imprint: Ivy
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 235mm, Width: 170mm,
Weight: 740g
ISBN: 9780711268036
ISBN 10: 0711268037
Pages: 224
Publication Date: 29 March 2022
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Introduction Earth and life sciences Astronomy and astrology Distance Geology Land area Commerce Medicine Meteorology Minerals and metals Time and calendar Living things Physical sciences Chemistry Electricity and magnetism Temperature Light Mathematics Nuclear and atomic physics Energy Speed and flow Mass and weight Technology and leisure Computers and communications Engineering Finance, coins and currencies Food Liquids Paper and publishing Textiles and cloth Music Photography Appendix 1 Units of the SI Appendix 2 Symbols and abbreviations Index Acknowledgments

Chris Joseph is a freelance writer who specializes in science and technology. He is also an editor and reviewer of articles for scientific journals and a contributor to scientific reference books. He lives and works in Oxford, England.