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From Heat to Thermal Science

By Patterson, Gary D.

From Heat to Thermal Science

By Patterson, Gary D.

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This book explores the human understanding of heat, from early cultural perceptions to the scientific developments that shaped thermal science. Beginning with historical musings on heat, it traces the evolution of scientific thought from 16th-century Italy to the quantum understanding of heat in the 20th century. The book examines how humans have perceived, measured, and produced heat, leading to a unified concept that has remained constant: "heat flows from a hot body to a cold body''. It serves as an excellent resource for chemists and anyone interested in the history of chemistry and science.
Product details
Number of Pages:
252
Release Date:
2025-09-27
Publication Date:
2025-09-27
Publisher:
Springer
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
3031996755
ISBN13:
9783031996757
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
591 g
Height:
160 cm
Width:
241 cm
Thickness:
19 cm
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