9781332329786 - Radioactive Transformations (Classic Reprint) di Cestre, Charles (5 risultati)

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

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

Condizione: New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from Radioactive TransformationsThe present work contains the subject matter Of eleven lectures delivered under the Silliman Foundation at Yale University, March, 1905.About the PublisherForgotten B.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating and groundbreaking scientific discoveries surrounding radioactivity, a phenomenon that revolutionized our understanding of the physical world. The author expertly guides us through the historical context of this scientific revolution, starting with the discovery of X-rays and cathode rays, and culminating in the identification of radioactive elements like uranium, thorium, and radium. The book then dives deeper into the specific properties of these elements and the various types of radiation they emit ââ â alpha, beta, and gamma rays. The text not only explores the scientific details of radioactivity but also delves into the philosophical and theoretical implications of these discoveries. The disintegration theory, which posits that radioactive atoms spontaneously transform into new elements, is discussed in detail, along with its impact on our understanding of the nature of matter and energy. Ultimately, this book offers a captivating journey into the heart of a scientific revolution, revealing the profound consequences of radioactivity and its transformative impact on our understanding of the universe. 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.

Paperback. Condizione: Brand New. 302 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.69 inches. This item is printed on demand.