The Tides and Kindred Phenomena in the Solar System (Classic Reprint): The Substance of Lectures Delivered in at the Lowell Institute, Boston, Massachusetts - Couverture souple

George Howard Darwin

9781332316809: The Tides and Kindred Phenomena in the Solar System (Classic Reprint): The Substance of Lectures Delivered in at the Lowell Institute, Boston, Massachusetts

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Discover how tides work and how scientists predict them with simple, practical methods. This book explains the forces that create tides, how the moving water behaves under wind, sun, and moon, and the real-world tools used to forecast high and low water. You’ll find clear explanations of ideas like cotidal charts, harmonic analysis, and the difference between steady “equilibrium” ideas and the river of data that shapes true predictions.

Through accessible chapters on tidal waves, seiches in lakes, and the history of tidal theory, the work shows how prediction grows from observation, mathematics, and careful modeling. It offers a grounded view of why tides vary by place and time, and how scientists translate those patterns into usable forecasts.

Understand how tidal forces from the sun and moon combine and how that affects high and low tides

Learn the difference between free and forced waves and their roles in prediction

See how cotidal charts and harmonic analysis are used to forecast tides at ports

Explore seiches and tides in lakes as practical demonstrations of tidal science

Ideal for readers curious about ocean science, astronomy, and how mathematical ideas apply to real-world navigation and weather.

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 1332316808
ISBN 13: 9781332316809
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Nombre de pages: 404
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The Tides and Kindred Phenomena in the Solar System (Classic Reprint)

George Howard Darwin

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ISBN 10 : 1332316808 ISBN 13 : 9781332316809

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the scientific principles behind tides, including their impact on the Earth's surface and their role in shaping our planet's history. The author, an esteemed scientist, delves into the intricate relationship between the Moon, Sun, and Earth, explaining how their gravitational forces generate the rhythmic rise and fall of ocean waters. The book also uncovers the fascinating phenomenon of seiches, a type of standing wave that occurs in lakes and enclosed bodies of water, providing a unique perspective on fluid dynamics. Through meticulous observation and analysis, the author unveils the secrets of these natural occurrences, offering valuable insights into the dynamic forces that shape our world. This book expands our understanding of celestial mechanics and fluid dynamics, showcasing the intricate interplay between the Earth and its celestial neighbors. 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 r�f. du vendeur 9781332316809_0

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