Isbn: 9781330100684 - Mathematical Papers of the Late George Green: Fellow of Gonville and Caius College, Cambridge (classic Reprint) (4 results)

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the intriguing world of electricity and magnetism, exploring the mathematical frameworks used to understand these fundamental forces of nature. The author, working in the early 19th century, grapples with the theories of renowned scientists like Cavendish and Poisson, seeking to clarify and extend their work. He introduces the concept of a "potential function," a mathematical tool that simplifies the analysis of electrical forces. Through this approach, the author investigates the distribution of electricity on surfaces and within bodies, revealing the principles governing electrical equilibrium in both perfect and imperfect conductors. He also tackles the challenging problem of magnetism, delving into the constitution of magnetic bodies and the forces that govern their behavior. The book culminates with an examination of how magnetism is induced in elongated bodies, offering a theoretical framework for understanding the phenomena observed in magnets. This groundbreaking work offers a rich mathematical foundation for understanding the forces of electricity and magnetism, cementing its place in the history of scientific thought. 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.…

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