Publisher's Synopsis
The Scientific Papers of Thomas Andrews: With a Memoir (1889) is a book that compiles the scientific works of Thomas Andrews, a renowned physicist and chemist of the 19th century. The book includes a memoir that provides a brief biography of Andrews and his contributions to science. The scientific papers cover a wide range of topics, including thermodynamics, the properties of gases and liquids, and the behavior of matter at high pressures and temperatures. Andrews' experimentation with carbon dioxide and water vapor led to the discovery of critical temperature and pressure, which helped lay the foundation for modern thermodynamics. The book is a valuable resource for students and researchers in the field of physics and chemistry, as well as anyone interested in the history of science.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.