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The Marine Steam Turbine--A Brief History of Technological Progress.
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Berridge, Chris – School Science Review, 1989
Reviews the history of the steam turbine at sea from the 1880s to modern turbines. Presents several pictures of various types of turbines. (YP)
Descriptors: Engineering, Engineering Technology, Engines, Foreign Countries
Alchemy--A History of Early Technology.
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Pollard, A. M. – School Science Review, 1988
Reviews the history of alchemy including personalities and methods. Discusses the philosophy associated with various early chemists and alchemists. Attempts to show that it was not unreasonable for ancient alchemists to believe in the possibility of transmutation. (CW)
Descriptors: Atomic Structure, Chemistry, College Science, Higher Education
Metals in the Old Testament: A Cross-Curricular Project.
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Phillips, Paul; Godwin, Michael – School Science Review, 1989
Described is the use of the Bible as a source of information on the availability and use of metals in ancient societies. The use of the Bible in cross-curricular work between science, technology, and religious studies is discussed. (Author/CW)
Descriptors: Ancient History, Biblical Literature, Interdisciplinary Approach, Metal Working
Chemistry from Issues.
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Harding, Jan; Donaldson, Jim – School Science Review, 1986
Describes the "Chemistry from Issues" project at Chelsea College. Provides the background information, rationale, and overall structure of a proposed course about the importance of chemistry to common culture. Outlines one module about the British steel industry that has been taught at King's College. (TW)
Descriptors: Advance Organizers, Chemistry, College Science, Concept Mapping