The Ozone Layer A Philosophy of Science Perspective
| Author/creator | Christie, Maureen Author |
| Format | Electronic |
| Publication Info | New York : Cambridge University Press |
| Description | 227 p. ill 22.800 x 015.200 cm. |
| Supplemental Content | Full text available from eBooks on EBSCOhost |
| Supplemental Content | Full text available from Ebook Central - Academic Complete |
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| Summary | Annotation The Ozone Layer: A Philosophy of Science Perspective provides the first thorough and accessible history of stratospheric ozone, from the discovery of ozone in the nineteenth century to current investigations of the Antarctic ozone hole. Drawing directly on the extensive scientific literature, Christie uses the story of ozone as a case study for examining fundamental issues relating to the collection and evaluation of evidence, the conduct of scientific debate and the construction of scientific consensus. By linking key debates in the philosophy of science to an example of real-world science, the author not only provides an excellent introduction to the philosophy of science but also challenges many of its preconceptions. This accessible book will interest students and academics concerned with the history, philosophy and sociology of science, as well as having general appeal on this topic of contemporary relevance and concern. |
| Access restriction | Available only to authorized users. |
| Technical details | Mode of access: World Wide Web |
| Genre/form | Electronic books. |
| LCCN | 00036295 |
| ISBN | 9780521650724 |
| ISBN | 0521650720 (Trade Cloth) Active Record |
| Standard identifier# | 9780521650724 |
| Stock number | 00004933 |
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| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
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| Electronic Resources | ✔ Available |