The Chemical History of a Candle by Michael Faraday
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| Author | Faraday, Michael, 1791-1867 |
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| Editor | Crookes, William, 1832-1919 |
| Title | The Chemical History of a Candle |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Chemical_History_of_a_Candle |
| Note | Reading ease score: 70.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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Clare Boothby, Richard Prairie and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team Revised by Richard Tonsing. |
| Summary | "The Chemical History of a Candle" by Michael Faraday is a series of scientific lectures delivered in the mid-19th century aimed at a youthful audience. The work explores the intricate chemical processes involved in the burning of a candle, serving as a gateway to various aspects of natural philosophy and fundamental principles of chemistry. The opening of the text introduces Faraday's approach to explaining the fascinating phenomena related to candles, emphasizing their historical significance and the fundamental scientific truths they embody. It sets the stage for a detailed examination of a candle's structure, the materials used for its manufacture, and the processes that occur during its combustion. Faraday incorporates engaging illustrations and hands-on demonstrations while aiming to inspire curiosity and understanding among his young listeners, thus making complex scientific concepts accessible and relatable. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QD: Science: Chemistry |
| Subject | Chemistry |
| Subject | Candles |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 14474 |
| Release Date | Dec 26, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Oct 21, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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