9781330141984 - Baltimore Lectures on Molecular Dynamics and the Wave Theory of Light (Classic Reprint) de Kelvin, William Thomson (5 resultados)

Soft cover. Condición: Fine. Science. Reprint of the 1904 edition. Issued in illustrated wraps. 703 pages. Tight, clean copy. Nice copy of a scarce title!

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the dynamics of light and the wave theory underpinning it, predominantly from an 1800s perspective. The author explores the difficulties in applying the wave theory to explain observed phenomena such as dispersion, where different colors of light travel at different speeds. The author posits various explanations, including the heterogeneity of the medium or interactions between light and ponderable matter. They propose mechanical models to illustrate these concepts and lay the groundwork for further investigation into the nature of light and its propagation. The author acknowledges the existence of electromagnetic theory but emphasizes the need for a firm mechanical foundation in understanding the wave theory of light. They recognize the growing understanding of molecular dynamics and suggest its relevance to future advancements in the field. This book provides a valuable historical perspective on the development of the wave theory of light and will appeal to those interested in the history of physics, optics, and the continuing quest to comprehend the nature of light. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.