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The Metric System Explained and Adapted to the Systems of Instruction in the United States
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Dictionaries & EncyclopediasGeneral World History
ISBN13: 9781021392503
Publisher: Legare Street Pr
Published: Jul 18 2023
Pages: 26
Weight: 0.11
Height: 0.05 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
First published in 1856, this book explains the metric system and its application in the United States. It provides a comprehensive overview of the different units of measurement used in the metric system, as well as a comparison with the traditional systems of measurement used in the United States at the time. This is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of measurement systems and standards in the United States.
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