John Tyndall

Sound (eBook, ePUB)

Exploring the Physics of Sound: A Study in Acoustics and Natural Phenomena

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In John Tyndall's work 'Sound,' the author delves into the fundamental principles of acoustics with a focus on the physical properties of sound waves. Written in a clear and accessible style, Tyndall explores how sound is produced, propagated, and perceived in various mediums. Drawing on scientific experiments and observations, he provides detailed explanations on topics such as vibration, pitch, and resonance, making this book a valuable resource for students and scholars interested in the science of sound. Tyndall's work reflects the broader intellectual movement of the 19th century that sought to understand natural phenomena through empirical research and rigorous scientific inquiry. John Tyndall, a prominent physicist and contemporary of renowned scientists like Charles Darwin and James Clerk Maxwell, was known for his groundbreaking research on heat, light, and sound. His expertise in experimental physics and his passion for knowledge drive the insightful exploration found in 'Sound.' Tyndall's meticulous attention to detail and keen observation skills are evident throughout the book, showcasing his dedication to advancing scientific understanding. I highly recommend 'Sound' to readers looking to deepen their understanding of acoustics and the nature of sound. Tyndall's comprehensive and enlightening work serves as a timeless contribution to the field of physics, making it essential reading for anyone interested in the science behind the sounds we encounter in our daily lives.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 5420
• Erscheinungstermin: 9. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066215651
• Artikelnr.: 58754676

Autorenporträt

John Tyndall FRS was an important 19th-century Irish physicist. His scientific prominence developed in the 1850s as a result of his research into diamagnetism. Later, he produced discoveries in the fields of infrared radiation and air physical characteristics, establishing the link between atmospheric CO2 and what is now known as the greenhouse effect in 1859. Tyndall also authored over a dozen science books that introduced a large number of people to cutting-edge 19th-century experimental physics. From 1853 to 1887, he taught physics at the Royal Institution of Great Britain in London. He was elected to the American Philosophical Society in 1868. Tyndall was born at Leighlinbridge, Co. Carlow, Ireland. His father was a local police constable, descended from Gloucestershire emigrants who arrived in southeast Ireland around 1670. Tyndall attended the local schools (Ballinabranna Primary School) in County Carlow until his late teens and was most likely an assistant teacher near the conclusion of his tenure there. Technical drawing and mathematics were particularly important subjects in school, with some applications to land surveying. In his late teens, he was engaged as a draftsman by the Ordnance Survey of Ireland in 1839, and he later went to the Ordnance Survey of Great Britain in 1842.

Inhaltsangabe

Preface
1. The nerves and sensation
2. Physical distinction between noise and music
3. Vibrations of strings
4. Vibrations of a rod fixed at both ends
5. Longitudinal vibrations of a wire
6. Sounding flames
7. Law of vibratory motions in water and air
8. Combination of musical sounds
Index.