Cork: Its Origin and Industrial Uses by Gilbert Erwin Stecher

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Author Stecher, Gilbert Erwin, 1883-
LoC No. 14017504
Title Cork: Its Origin and Industrial Uses
Note Reading ease score: 61.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Cork: Its Origin and Industrial Uses" by Gilbert E. Stecher is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This monograph provides an in-depth exploration of corkwood, particularly focusing on its characteristics, chemical composition, and various industrial applications. Stecher's work aims to fill the gaps in existing literature regarding this vital material, presenting both historical context and practical uses of cork. The opening of the text introduces the author’s motivation for writing about cork, detailing its long-standing utility yet relative neglect in scientific discussions. Stecher outlines the challenges he faced in gathering comprehensive information on the cork tree, Quercus Suber, which prompted him to compile this detailed treatise. He highlights the mysteries surrounding the cork’s composition and origin, hinting at the significance of cork in numerous industrial applications while promising a wealth of information to educate readers about this intriguing subject. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class HD: Social sciences: Economic history and conditions, Production
Subject Cork
Category Text
EBook-No. 40376
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Most Recently Updated Oct 24, 2012
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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