Science in Short Chapters
W. Mattieu Williams
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Length 17 h 7 min
Chapters 58
First published 1883
This is a collection of articles written by W. Mattieu Williams on different subjects, that in his opinion "are likely to be interesting to all readers who are sufficiently intelligent to prefer sober fact to sensational fiction, but who, at the same time, do not profess to be scientific specialists." This book offers and intriguing glimpse into the scientific ideas of late 19th century. Though nowadays these essays should not be seen as wholly scientifically accurate, they are still entertaining and in many basic aspects remain truthful. - Summary by Kikisaulite
Chapters
1
The Fuel of the Sun, Part I Read by ke126 29:36
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The Fuel of the Sun, Part II Read by ke126 23:55
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The Fuel of the Sun, Part III Read by ke126 21:52
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Dr. Siemens’ Theory of the Sun Read by Colleen McMahon 7:59
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Another World Down Here Read by Colleen McMahon 21:00
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The Origin of Lunar Volcanoes Read by Colleen McMahon 15:39
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Note on the Direct Effect of Sun-Spots on Terrestrial Climates Read by Availle 5:58
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The Philosophy of the Radiometer and its Cosmical Revelations Read by Melanie D. Young 18:18
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On the Social Benefits of Paraffin Read by Steve C 20:26
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The Solidity of the Earth Read by Jeffery 11:48
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A Contribution to the History of Electric Lighting Read by Jordan Owen 20:40
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The Formation of Coal Read by ke126 21:58
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The Solar Eclipse of 1871 Read by Availle 27:40
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Meteoric Astronomy Read by Melanie D. Young 22:56
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The “Great Ice Age” and the Origin of the “Till”, Part I Read by Sam Isaacson 30:35
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The “Great Ice Age” and the Origin of the “Till”, Part II Read by Sam Isaacson 36:49
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The Barometer and the Weather, Part I Read by jenno 25:17
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The Barometer and the Weather, Part II Read by jenno 24:12
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The Chemistry of Bog Reclamation Read by Melanie D. Young 25:42
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Aerial Exploration of the Arctic Regions, Part I Read by Blane Aden McKoy 27:01
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Aerial Exploration of the Arctic Regions, Part II Read by Blane Aden McKoy 29:24
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The Limits of our Coal Supply, Part I Read by Blane Aden McKoy 34:47
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The Limits of our Coal Supply, Part II Read by Blane Aden McKoy 35:59
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“The Englishman’s Fireside” Read by Steve C 26:06
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“Baily’s Beads” Read by BettyB 6:25
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The Coloring of Green Tea Read by Availle 9:06
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“Iron Filings” in Tea Read by Steve C 13:30
28
Concert-Room Acoustics Read by Anita Sloma-Martinez 15:47
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Science and Spiritualism Read by Mickey Lee Rich 36:26
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Mathematical Fictions Read by Availle 14:12
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World-Smashing Read by tommack 12:13
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The Dying Trees in Kensington Gardens Read by Amy Gramour 9:39
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The Oleaginous Products of Thames Mud: Where they Come from and Where they Go Read by Wayne Cooke 8:19
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Luminous Paint Read by KevinS 11:05
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The Origin and Probable Duration of Petroleum Read by Anita Sloma-Martinez 20:36
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The Origin of Soap Read by BettyB 10:22
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Oiling the Waves Read by Mickey Lee Rich 10:44
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On the so-called “Crater Necks” and “Volcanic Bombs” of Ireland Read by Andrew Howley 11:41
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Travertine Read by Andrew Howley 9:35
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The Action of Frost in Water-Pipes and on Building Materials Read by Melanie D. Young 21:21
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The Corrosion of Building Stones Read by tommack 10:05
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Fire-Clay and Anthracite Read by Rachel Marie 19:31
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Count Rumford’s Cooking-Stoves Read by Melanie D. Young 16:55
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The “Consumption of Smoke” Read by Melanie D. Young 12:55
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The Air of Stove-Heated Rooms Read by Jeffery 16:07
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Ventilation by Open Fireplaces Read by Tom Hirsch (1947-2022) 12:37
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Domestic Ventilation Read by Tom Hirsch (1947-2022) 29:33
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Home Gardens for Smoky Towns, Part I Read by Mickey Lee Rich 18:00
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Home Gardens for Smoky Towns, Part II Read by Mickey Lee Rich 20:33
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Solids, Liquids, and Gases, Part I Read by Cadia B 22:02
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Solids, Liquids, and Gases, Part II Read by Cadia B 25:22
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Murchison and Babbage Read by Chad Jackson 6:39
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Atmosphere versus Ether Read by ChadH94 6:47
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A Neglected Disinfectant Read by Foon 3:41
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Another Disinfectant Read by Foon 4:04
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Ensilage Read by Foon 5:24
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The Fracture of Comets Read by Availle 5:33
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The Origin of Comets Read by Availle 4:19
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