Radium And Other Radioactive Elements: A Popular Account Treated Experimentally (1904)

By Leonard A. Levy

Book Overview

Radium And Other Radioactive Elements: A Popular Account Treated Experimentally (1904) is a book written by Leonard A. Levy that explores the properties and effects of radioactive elements, with a particular focus on radium. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the discovery and early research into radioactivity, as well as the various experiments and observations that have been conducted in order to understand the nature of these elements. The book is written in a popular style, making it accessible to a general audience, but also includes detailed experimental descriptions and data for those with a scientific background. It covers topics such as the history of radioactivity, the properties of radium and other radioactive elements, the effects of radiation on living organisms, and the potential uses of radioactivity in medicine and other fields. Overall, Radium And Other Radioactive Elements: A Popular Account Treated Experimentally (1904) is a fascinating and informative exploration of one of the most important scientific discoveries of the early 20th century, and remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and science of radioactivity.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163890138
• ISBN13: 9781163890134
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 148 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"