The British encyclopedia, or, Dictionary of arts and sciences, Volume 3C. Whittingham, 1809 |
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... observation seems clearly to prove the effect of oxyded lead as a discolourer of glass . We see that it does not ... observed one fact respecting the oxide of cobalt , which is , perhaps , not known to every chemist . It is volatile ...
... observation seems clearly to prove the effect of oxyded lead as a discolourer of glass . We see that it does not ... observed one fact respecting the oxide of cobalt , which is , perhaps , not known to every chemist . It is volatile ...
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... these motions require no consump- tion of power , because the plugs are in equilibrio , as was just observed . In this new situation the column , A B , no longer forward with more or less pressure , accord- ing to ENGINE .
... these motions require no consump- tion of power , because the plugs are in equilibrio , as was just observed . In this new situation the column , A B , no longer forward with more or less pressure , accord- ing to ENGINE .
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... observed , that the point , though taper , must be so rounded as to be free from a possibility of its tearing the surface of the copper , which would pre- vent the progress of the point , and ruin the plate when bitten ; the necessary ...
... observed , that the point , though taper , must be so rounded as to be free from a possibility of its tearing the surface of the copper , which would pre- vent the progress of the point , and ruin the plate when bitten ; the necessary ...
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... observed to be dissolved by a humid atmosphere : thus it appears , a result obtained on a clear dry day will not suit a rainy one , and vice versa . In opposition to this discouraging uncer tainty , and in opposition to the judgment and ...
... observed to be dissolved by a humid atmosphere : thus it appears , a result obtained on a clear dry day will not suit a rainy one , and vice versa . In opposition to this discouraging uncer tainty , and in opposition to the judgment and ...
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... observed . Most insects are oviparous ; of course , the first state in which insects appear is that of an ovum or egg . This relates to the generality of insects , for there are some examples of viviparous insects , as in the ge- nera ...
... observed . Most insects are oviparous ; of course , the first state in which insects appear is that of an ovum or egg . This relates to the generality of insects , for there are some examples of viviparous insects , as in the ge- nera ...
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