100 Hoaxes & Mistakes That Fooled Science (Popular Science)

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Synopsis
Even experts get duped from time to time! The stories behind scientific fakes and mistakes, from crop circles to miracle cures and beyond. Science is an ongoing quest for knowledge filled with discoveries and experiments, trial and error. And occasionally, the errors can be whoppers—especially when hoaxers are involved. Some hoaxes are intended merely as well-intended humorous tricks, while others are serious frauds devised for personal gain of glory and riches. This book reveals the greatest science hoaxes and mistakes of all time. Discover the truth behind 100 of the most scandalous scientific errors and outright lies in this fascinating read brought to you by Popular Science—from the experiment that suggested time travel was possible, to the pursuit of alchemy, to rumors about red mercury and its mythical powers, it&’s an entertaining journey through the history of science.
Copyright:
2015

Book Details

Book Quality:
Publisher Quality
Book Size:
175 Pages
ISBN-13:
9781681881300
Related ISBNs:
9781616289683
Publisher:
Weldon Owen
Date of Addition:
Copyrighted By:
Weldon Owen Inc.
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Has Image Descriptions:
No
Categories:
History, Nonfiction, Reference, Science
Submitted By:
Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:
This is a copyrighted book.

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