Radioactive Substances and their Radiations
Rutherford, Ernest
Published by Cambridge U., England, 1913
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A detailed account of the science of radioactivity c. 1913. The discovery and purification of the radioactive elements. Analysis of the emanations. The transmutation of radioactive elements. The half-life of the radioactive elements. The radioactive gases. The properties of the Alpha, Beta and Gamma rays. With many diagrams of the experimental apparatus and tables of results.
Photographs of spectra etc., clould chamber photo showing particle tracks
Discussion of a revised "age of the earth" due to the newly discovered heating effect of radioactive breakdown in rock.
Descriptions of reckless experiments with Radium and its effect on the skin.
The book is in very good condition, some shelf ware at the top and bottom of the spine, otherwise the binding is solid and text pages unmarked. Previous owner "D. C. Rose, Cauis College Cambridge" autograph on flyleaf. Seller Inventory # 0005
Bibliographic Details
Title: Radioactive Substances and their Radiations
Publisher: Cambridge U., England
Publication Date: 1913
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Very Good
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
Edition: 1st Edition