Publisher's Synopsis
The Metric System is a book written by Robert Goltman and published in 1903. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the metric system, which is a system of measurement used in most of the world today. The metric system is based on the meter, kilogram, and second, and it is a decimal system that is easy to use and understand. The book covers the history of the metric system, including its development and adoption by different countries. It also explains the basic concepts of the system, such as units of length, mass, and volume, and how they are related. Additionally, the book provides practical examples of how the metric system is used in everyday life, such as in cooking, construction, and science.The Metric System is a valuable resource for anyone who wants to learn about the metric system or needs to use it in their work or studies. It is written in clear and concise language, and includes helpful illustrations and diagrams to aid in understanding. Overall, this book is an essential guide to the metric system and its importance in modern society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
