Discovering the brain
Sandra Ackerman for the Institute of Medicine
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Discovering the brain
by Sandra Ackerman for the Institute of Medicine, National Academy of Sciences U.S.
Published
January 1, 1992
Publisher
National Academies Press
Pages
194
ISBN-13
9780309045292
ISBN-10
0309045290
Description
This book is a "field guide" to the brain, an easy-to-read discussion of its physical structure and where functions such as language and music appreciation lie. The author offers an overview of what we know about the brain and what researchers may be able to accomplish in the next 10 years.--[book cover].
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Discovering the brain?
This edition of Discovering the brain has approximately 194 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Discovering the brain?
For most readers, Discovering the brain typically takes between 4h 3m and 2h 42m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 48,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 14m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 7 days • Estimated word count: 48,500 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Discovering the brain?
The estimated word count for Discovering the brain is approximately 48,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Discovering the brain?
Discovering the brain was written by Sandra Ackerman for the Institute of Medicine, National Academy of Sciences U.S..
When was Discovering the brain published?
The publication date for this specific edition is January 1, 1992. The original work may have been published on a different date.