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Publication Date: 2011-Dec
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"Eureka, Eureka!" Discoveries in Science
Agarwal, Pankaj
School Science Review, v93 n343 p109-114 Dec 2011
Accidental discoveries have been of significant value in the progress of science. Although accidental discoveries are more common in pharmacology and chemistry, other branches of science have also benefited from such discoveries. While most discoveries are the result of persistent research, famous accidental discoveries provide a fascinating insight into the history of science. (Contains 10 online resources.)
Descriptors: Science History, Pharmacology, Science Education, Scientific Research, Scientists, Experiments, Intellectual Property, Physics, Immunization Programs, Scientific Concepts, Science Achievement
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