Handbook Of Natural Philosophy And Astronomy Second Course, Second Course: Heat, Common Electricity, Magnetism, Voltaic Electricity (1852)

by Dionysius Lardner

Book Overview

The Handbook of Natural Philosophy and Astronomy Second Course, Second Course: Heat, Common Electricity, Magnetism, Voltaic Electricity is a book written by Dionysius Lardner and published in 1852. The book is a comprehensive guide to the principles of natural philosophy and astronomy, with a particular focus on the topics of heat, common electricity, magnetism, and voltaic electricity. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific topic in depth. The first chapter covers the principles of heat and temperature, including the laws of thermodynamics and the behavior of gases. The second chapter focuses on common electricity, including the properties of electric charges and the behavior of electric currents. The third chapter covers the principles of magnetism, including the behavior of magnetic materials and the interaction between magnetic fields and electric currents. The fourth and final chapter covers voltaic electricity, including the principles of electrochemistry and the behavior of batteries and other electrical devices. Throughout the book, Lardner provides detailed explanations of the underlying principles of each topic, as well as practical applications and experiments that readers can perform to better understand the concepts. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it an ideal resource for students and professionals in the fields of science and engineering. Overall, the Handbook of Natural Philosophy and Astronomy Second Course, Second Course: Heat, Common Electricity, Magnetism, Voltaic Electricity is a valuable reference for anyone interested in the principles of natural philosophy and astronomy, particularly those interested in the topics of heat, electricity, and magnetism.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164664107
• ISBN13: 9781164664109
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 476 Pages
• Weight: 1.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"