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In Chapters VI to IX are given many facts likely to prove of interest to the meteorologist, geologist, Professor Young's The Sun is now out of print, and as it is hoped that the present work may to some extent take its place, I have been permitted to use some of his illustrations, notably in Chapter IV, and to make several quotations from his text, the longest in Chapters IV and VI. I desire also to acknowledge my obligations to many who have given suggestions, information and illustrations. Especially I ofl'er thanks to F. E. F owle, S. A. Mitchell, W. W. Campbell, G. E. Hale and the staff of the Mount Wilson Solar Observa tory, E. B. Frost, H. M. Chase, A. G. Eneas, Henry Holt and Company, the Superintendent of the United States N aval Observatory, M. J. Moore of the United States Patent Office, and Messrs. Briggs and Shantz of the United States Department of Agriculture.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the history of solar research, the science of the sun, and the significant role it plays in life on earth. The author accessibly explains solar research methods and principles, providing historical context about scientific discoveries, from Newton to the present day. The book also discusses how our understanding of the sun's role in the solar system has changed over time and explores the sun's activity and its effects on Earth, including its impact on weather and climate. The author draws from a range of disciplines, including astronomy, physics, and meteorology, to offer a comprehensive view of solar science, making this book a valuable resource for both casual readers and experts. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282765415_0
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