Cosmic ideas of A. E. Fersman and features of their expression

  • Petr S. Karako Belarusian State University, 4 Niezaliežnasci Avenue, Minsk 220030, Belarus

Abstract

The article reveals the contribution of A.E. Fersman to the development of Russian cosmism and the expansion of the subject of its expression. The influence of V. I. Vernadsky cosmism on the formation A. E. Fersmanʼs cosmic ideas, who was his student and follower, is revealed. The originality of these ideas, which are associated with the establishment of diverse forms of the influence of cosmic factors on the chemical elements and processes of the earth's crust, that are manifestating the beauty of its stones and minerals, is also emphasized. Attention is drawn to the importance of the rational consumption of natural resources and their conservation for future generations of people, justified by A. E. Fersman.

Author Biography

Petr S. Karako, Belarusian State University, 4 Niezaliežnasci Avenue, Minsk 220030, Belarus

doctor of science (philosophy), full professor; professor at the department of philosophy and methodology of science, faculty of philosophy and social sciences

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Published
2020-09-19
Keywords: nature, biosphere, space, Earthʼs crust, chemical element, geochemistry, mineralogy, beauty, Russian cosmism, sense of beauty
How to Cite
Karako, P. S. (2020). Cosmic ideas of A. E. Fersman and features of their expression. Journal of the Belarusian State University. Philosophy and Psychology, 2, 59-66. Retrieved from https://journals.bsu.by/index.php/philosophy/article/view/2134
Issue
No 2 (2020): Journal of the Belarusian State University. Philosophy and Psychology
Section
Philosophy and Methodology of Science

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