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Energy, Force and Matter: The Conceptual Development of Nineteenth-Century Physics
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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Energy, Force and Matter: The Conceptual Development of Nineteenth-Century Physics
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Peter M. Harman
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| Series | Cambridge Studies in the History of Science |
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:196 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 216,Width 138 |
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| Category/Genre | History of science |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9780521288125
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| Classifications | Dewey:530.09034 |
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| Audience | | Professional & Vocational | |
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| Illustrations |
Worked examples or Exercises
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Cambridge University Press
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| Imprint |
Cambridge University Press
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| Publication Date |
30 April 1982 |
| Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
By focusing on the conceptual issues faced by nineteenth century physicists, this book clarifies the status of field theory, the ether, and thermodynamics in the work of the period. A remarkably synthetic account of a difficult and fragmentary period in scientific development.
Reviews"This is an interesting and well-written account of the transition of physics at the end of the 18th century as a synonym for natural philosophy to a distinct natural science with definite characteristics by the end of the 19th century." A.S. Crowell, Science Books & Films "...for each chapter...a valuable extensive bibiliograhic essay...for reference and further reading." A.D. Crowell, Science Books & Films
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