Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ649539
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2001
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Stories of Scientists.
Mascazine, John R.
Science Scope, v25 n3 p46-48 Nov-Dec 2001
Presents three biographical sketches of scientists including John Wesley Powell (first to explore the geology of the Grand Canyon), Joseph von Fraunhofer (his work in optics led to the science of spectroscopy), and Gregor Mendel (of Mendelian genetics fame). Other scientists are mentioned along with sources for additional biographical information. (DLH)
Descriptors: Biographies, Genetics, Geology, Middle Schools, Role Models, Science Activities, Science Instruction, Scientists, Spectroscopy
Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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