Identity area
Reference code
GB 249 OA/6/10
Title
Operator's books for John Anderson's experiments
Date(s)
- [1760s] (Creation)
Level of description
Series
Extent and medium
3 volumes
Context area
Name of creator
(1726-1796)
Archival history
Numbered as MS 30.2-4 in the 1832 Catalogue of Anderson's Library.
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Content and structure area
Scope and content
The volumes list the apparatus required for each experiment, which Anderson's laboratory assistant or 'operator' would be expected to set out for him. One volume (MS 30.4) has also been used for notes on astronomy.
Appraisal, destruction and scheduling
Accruals
System of arrangement
Conditions of access and use area
Conditions governing access
Open
Conditions governing reproduction
Language of material
- English
Script of material
Language and script notes
Physical characteristics and technical requirements
Finding aids
Generated finding aid
Allied materials area
Existence and location of originals
Existence and location of copies
Related units of description
Anderson's scientific instruments collection, University of Strathclyde