On A Piece Of Chalk
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ISBN10: 1169487955
ISBN13: 9781169487956
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 30
Weight: 0.82
Height: 0.25 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781169487956
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 30
Weight: 0.82
Height: 0.25 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
On A Piece Of Chalk is a scientific essay written by Thomas Henry Huxley, a prominent biologist and educator of the 19th century. In this essay, Huxley explores the geological history of the Earth through the examination of a single piece of chalk. He delves into the formation of chalk, the fossils it contains, and the implications it has for the study of evolution and natural selection. Huxley also reflects on the role of science in society and the importance of education in advancing scientific understanding. The essay is written in a clear and accessible style, making it an excellent introduction to the study of geology and paleontology. Overall, On A Piece Of Chalk is a fascinating exploration of the natural world and the ways in which science can help us better understand it.THIS 30 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Selections of Huxley, by Thomas Henry Huxley. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766128660.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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