Publisher's Synopsis
""A History of Science V3"" is a book written by Henry Smith Williams that provides a detailed account of the development of science from ancient times to the 20th century. The book is the third volume in a series and covers various scientific disciplines such as astronomy, physics, chemistry, biology, and medicine. The author traces the evolution of scientific thought and the contributions of notable scientists throughout history. The book also delves into the social and cultural contexts in which scientific discoveries were made and how they impacted society. It is a comprehensive and informative read for anyone interested in the history of science and its impact on human progress.For Joule's work it was, done in the fifth decade of the century, which demonstrated beyond all cavil that there is a precise and absolute equivalence between mechanical work and heat; that whatever the form of manifestation of molar motion, it can generate a definite and measurable amount of heat, and no more. Joule found, for example, that at the sea-level in Manchester a pound weight falling through seven hundred and seventy-two feet could generate enough heat to raise the temperature of a pound of water one degree Fahrenheit. There was nothing haphazard, nothing accidental, about this; it bore the stamp of unalterable law.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.
