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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the properties of the luminiferous ether, a substance believed to permeate all of space and facilitate the transmission of light and heat. The author begins by establishing that ether must be a gas-like medium, yet distinct from the atmosphere surrounding the Earth, based on observed wave velocities and energy transmission. The analysis delves into the relationship between ether density and temperature, proposing that it is nearly uniform throughout space due to its exceedingly low temperature. The author also examines the resistance that ether poses to the movement of bodies, demonstrating that it is negligible even for objects traveling at high speeds. The book concludes by discussing the implications of these findings for understanding the nature of gravity and the possibility of interstellar travel. The author's insights provide a valuable contribution to the ongoing scientific exploration of the fundamental nature of our universe. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780282606770_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282606770
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282606770
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