Joint Scientific Papers Of James Prescott Joule (1887)

The Joint Scientific Papers of James Prescott Joule is a collection of scientific papers authored by James Prescott Joule, a renowned physicist and chemist of the 19th century. The book was published in 1887 and features a compilation of Joule's research works on various topics, including thermodynamics, electromagnetism, and the nature of gases. The book contains a total of 43 papers, which were published between 1841 and 1878. The papers are presented in chronological order, allowing readers to trace the development of Joule's scientific ideas over time. The first section of the book focuses on Joule's early work on the mechanical equivalent of heat, which established the relationship between heat and mechanical energy. The subsequent sections cover his contributions to the study of thermodynamics, including his work on the first law of thermodynamics and the concept of entropy. The book also includes papers on Joule's experiments on electromagnetism, which led to the discovery of the Joule-Thomson effect and the measurement of the electrical resistance of conductors. Additionally, the book features papers on Joule's research on the nature of gases, including his work on the compressibility and expansion of gases. Overall, the Joint Scientific Papers of James Prescott Joule is a valuable resource for scientists and researchers interested in the history of physics and the development of scientific ideas in the 19th century.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.