Natural sciences of Marifetname

The work of İbrahim Hakkı from Erzurum was loved by the people at the time it was written and it has been one of the most widely read book. That?s why; the work has an important effect on the level of public?s knowledge and culture. It is clear that the work has an effect in developing the society within religious and moral affairs. So, at what extend did Marifetname has any contribution in science and scientific developments?In order to understand this, the part from the work, ?Tabiat İlimleri? (natural sciences) should be analyzed additionally. Thus, the level of his knowledge about this realm and his understanding of science can be put forth. Thus, we can understand his contribution in science and scientific development in his era and after his death.