Excerpt from Electricity and Magnetism; Theory of Direct-Current Generators and Motors; Direct-Current Generators; Direct-Current Motors; Resistance Measurements; Direct-Current Measuring Instruments; Alternating Currents; Alternators; Transformers; Etc
If an iron rod is grasped in one hand and a wooden rod of the same length in the other, and the free ends of these rods are held in a fire, the iron rod will become too hot to hold comfort ably before the wooden rod has warmed. This is because iron conducts heat better than does wood. So it is with diflerent substances in respect to electricity; some conduct it better than others.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive study of the close link between the principles of electricity and magnetism; two fundamental forces of nature that are inextricably linked in the behavior of countless scientific phenomena. The author first delves into the origins of the study of electromagnetism, tracing its evolution from ancient observations of naturally occurring magnetic rocks to the groundbreaking theories of the 20th century. The book meticulously outlines the fundamental laws of electricity and magnetism and explores the relationship between electric and magnetic fields. Through clear and concise prose, the author explains complex scientific concepts by relating them to practical everyday occurrences such as thunderstorms, the workings of an electric motor, and the operation of an MRI machine. Throughout the text, the author also examines the lives and contributions of the great scientists and thinkers who have advanced our understanding of electromagnetism. Timely and authoritative, this book is an indispensable resource for students, researchers, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of this fascinating and ever-evolving field. 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. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780282213848_0
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