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Melvin A. Cook Papers
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Ms
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The Melvin A. Cook Papers
(1802-1989) contains documents resulting from the career of this noted explosives
expert and chemist, best known for his work on shaped charges and slurry
explosives. In addition, Cook (born 1911) was a professor of metallurgy
at the University of Utah, a businessman, and an author of works on creationism,
particularly on the relationship between science and Mormon doctrines. The
collection includes an autobiography; professional correspondence concerning
scientific, teaching, and business activities; published reports and monographs
on explosives and creationism; explosives-related patent information; a
collection of publications on explosives, subject and research files, and
other documents. An indexed register is available. Size: 43 lin. ft. |
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