Popular scientific lectures by Ernst Mach

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Author Mach, Ernst, 1838-1916
Translator McCormack, Thomas J. (Thomas Joseph), 1865-1932
LoC No. 30014724
Title Popular scientific lectures
Note Reading ease score: 59.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "Popular Scientific Lectures" by Ernst Mach is a collection of accessible scientific presentations written in the late 19th century. The text distills complex concepts in physics and philosophy, aiming to convey the beauty of scientific inquiry while making it approachable to the general public. By examining fundamental principles in various fields such as optics, acoustics, and mechanics, Mach emphasizes the interconnectedness of scientific ideas and their relevance to everyday life. The opening of the collection introduces the author's intention behind delivering these lectures, which serve as an effective means to demystify scientific thought. Mach articulates the distinction between superficial understandings and deeper scientific knowledge, encouraging audiences to engage actively with scientific questions. He discusses the importance of rigorous thinking, using an example about the definitions of liquids and solids—their differences often blurred when subjected to varying pressures—to illustrate how scientific inquiry brings clarity to seemingly simple observations. Through an engaging mix of philosophical reflection and practical examples, Mach invites readers to appreciate the deeper truths underlying the phenomena that shape their reality. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class QC: Science: Physics
Subject Physics
Category Text
EBook-No. 39508
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 25, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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