A New System of Chemical Philosophy, Part 1-2 (1808)

A New System of Chemical Philosophy is a two-part book written by John Dalton and first published in 1808. It is considered to be one of the most important works in the development of modern chemistry. The book outlines Dalton's atomic theory, which proposed that all matter is made up of tiny, indivisible particles called atoms. Dalton also introduced the concept of the law of multiple proportions, which states that when two elements combine to form more than one compound, the ratios of the masses of one element that combine with a fixed mass of the other element can be expressed in small whole numbers. The first part of the book focuses on the basic principles of chemistry, including the nature of matter, chemical reactions, and the properties of gases. Dalton explains his atomic theory and discusses the various types of atoms and their properties. He also introduces the concept of the mole and the use of chemical equations to represent reactions. The second part of the book delves deeper into the study of chemistry, including the properties of liquids and solids, the behavior of solutions, and the principles of electrochemistry. Dalton also discusses the properties of acids and bases and their reactions with other substances. Overall, A New System of Chemical Philosophy is a groundbreaking work that laid the foundation for modern chemistry. Dalton's atomic theory revolutionized the way scientists thought about matter, and his ideas continue to be influential in the field of chemistry today.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.