The Alchemical Examination Of The Phenomenon Of Combustion

By M. M. Pattison Muir

Book Overview

The Alchemical Examination Of The Phenomenon Of Combustion is a book written by Muir, M. M. Pattison. The book delves into the science of combustion, exploring the chemical reactions that occur when a substance is burned. The author draws on the principles of alchemy, a medieval practice that sought to transform base metals into gold, to explain the process of combustion. The book covers a range of topics related to combustion, including the different types of fuel, the role of oxygen in the process, and the conditions required for combustion to occur. The author also explores the history of combustion, tracing its origins back to ancient times and examining the ways in which it has been studied and understood over the centuries. The Alchemical Examination Of The Phenomenon Of Combustion is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the science of fire and the chemical reactions that underpin it.THIS 24 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Story of Alchemy and the Beginnings of Chemistry, by M. M. Pattison Muir. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564590194.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162838329
• ISBN13: 9781162838328
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 24 Pages
• Weight: 0.13 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"