Popular Books on Natural Science For Practical Use in Every Household, for Readers of All Classes

"Popular Books on Natural Science" by Aaron David Bernstein is a late 19th-century guide that explores the natural world, making complex scientific concepts easy for everyone to understand. It journeys through diverse topics such as the Earth's immense weight, the science of nutrition, the nature of light, the marvels of astronomy, and the patterns of meteorology. With clarity, Bernstein uncovers the methods scientists used to calculate the weight of the Earth, detailing experiments and the importance of understanding Earth's composition to reveal the Earth's profound density and composition. It is revealed that Earth is estimated to weigh over six sextillion tons, setting the stage for a exploration into the principles of natural science.