Excerpt from Crystals
The idea underlying this book has been to present the phenomena of crystallography to the general reading public in a manner which can be compre hended by all. In the main the sequence is that of the author's evening discourse to the British Association at their meeting at Winnipeg in the summer of 1909. It is hoped, however, that the book combines the advantages of sufficient am plification of the story there told to make it an adequately detailed account of the development of the subject, and of the immense progress which has been made in it during recent years, with a full description of the numerous experimental illustra tions given in the lecture, involving some of the most beautiful phenomena displayed by crystals in polarised light. Such an account has not been otherwise published, the brief abstract appearing in the Report of the British Association for 1909 giving no account of the experiments, which were a feature of the lecture, owing to the employment of a fine projection polariscope of more or less novel construction, and including two magnificent large Nicol prisms, a pair of the original ones made by Ahrens. The author has been frequently requested to publish a fuller account of this discourse, and as the general plan of it so fully embodies the present aspect of this fascinating science, it was determined.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive and accessible guide to the fascinating world of crystals. It takes readers on a journey through the history of crystallography, exploring the remarkable discoveries made by early scientists. The author brings the subject to life with vivid examples and stunning photographs of actual crystals, demonstrating the immense variety of forms and colors found in nature. Delving beyond their captivating aesthetics, the book reveals the profound significance of crystals in shaping our understanding of solid matter. The author examines the close relationship between the symmetry of crystals and their optical properties, leading to a deeper appreciation of the dual nature of light. Furthermore, the book discusses the remarkable phenomenon of liquid crystals, where matter exhibits both crystal-like and liquid-like behavior, providing insights into the nature of complex systems. This exploration of crystals not only captivates the imagination but also illuminates fundamental principles of chemistry, physics, and material science, making it an invaluable resource for scientists, students, and anyone curious about the wonders of the natural world. 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 9781332117765_0
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