This book includes atoms, chemical elements in nature, atomic history in nature, past and future of geochemistry. Each part is independent, the materials are simple and novel, and there are several small items. The content of the item is both special and relevant, which is very scientific. The four parts outline how to understand the atoms and history that make up nature, as well as the past and future knowledge system of geochemistry. The author's scientific epistemology and methodology enlighten readers, guide readers in simple terms and lead them to explore and think about this wonderful material world, which is very logical and interesting.
Felsmann first told readers about the structure and characteristics of atoms, and described the wonderful atomic world with scientific and vivid language, which is the theoretical basis of geochemistry. Regarding the chemical elements in nature, he selected some typical elements according to their properties and functions in nature and human society, and introduced their "life" and "life fate" in a fascinating way. Such as "Silicon-the foundation of the earth's crust", "Carbon-the foundation of all life", "Phosphorus-the element of life and thought" and "Fluorine-the element that corrodes everything", readers will get basic knowledge about geochemistry and many interesting anecdotes from A. Felsman's enthusiastic praise of nature, and be deeply moved by the author's profound knowledge, flying literary talent and love for nature.
Felsmann also tells the history of space, atmosphere, climate zone, water body, the earth's surface and underground depths, and the history of elements in human history and the earth's history from a new angle, that is, from different space places and different time scales. He systematically discussed the development history of geochemical thought, and frankly warned the younger generation that "this science was produced through numerous accurate observations, experiments and measurements". The birth and establishment of geochemistry has experienced the arduous exploration and accumulation of many outstanding scholars. Through the independent work and mutual cooperation of scientific pioneers all over the world, it was developed on the basis of strict observation, experiment and strict scientific synthesis and reasoning. He is full of longing and beautiful expectation for the development prospect of geochemistry. "All atoms are going through a long historical road, and we don't know the beginning and end of this road. How atoms came into being and how they started to move on the earth is still unknown to us. We dare not say what is the fate of atoms in the complex future world of the earth. " He put forward the exploration direction and key issues of geochemistry in the future, such as the origin and formation process of elements, the evolution history of elements in the earth, the future evolution prospect of the earth and the fate and function of elements. These ideas still radiate the light of science.
Interesting geochemistry not only spreads systematic and rich scientific knowledge, but also gives us correct scientific thinking and methods, which is also the reason why Felsmann's painstaking efforts to irrigate and cultivate interesting geochemistry have eternal charm and become a world-famous popular science work.
/kloc-before the 0/7th century, the backward feudal system hindered the development of productive forces, and new scientific ideas were deeply imprisoned in the cage of natural economy. /kloc-in the middle of the 0/7th century, the British bourgeois revolution first broke through the shackles of feudal manor economy. The application of steam engine has promoted the great development of economy and put forward new requirements for the development and utilization of mineral resources, thus promoting the development of geological exploration and geology. The transformation of production relations has also changed the fate of science and technology. Groups of scholars went out of the study, down to the mine, into the wild, and slept in the wind and rain, looking for minerals necessary for industry, which also greatly improved the level of geological science. In this book, Felsmann mentioned many geochemists from the former Soviet Union and Europe and America, and discussed in detail the great contributions made by Russian scientists to the development of geochemistry.
The interesting geochemical appendix is cleverly arranged by the editor, which reflects Academician Felsmann's profound knowledge of natural science, philosophy and history, his wisdom and unique views. He taught his rich practical experience to future generations without reservation, taught readers how to start with field work, observe nature and study the earth, become an excellent geochemist, lead readers to know the ins and outs of elements, explain a variety of mineral, rock and geological phenomena in simple terms, and lead you to continue flying and roaming on Mendeleev's periodic table of elements.