An epitome of electricity & galvanism
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An epitome of electricity & galvanism is a compelling anthology that traverses the electrifying transformations of the 19th century, showcasing the profound impact of electricity and galvanism on literature and scientific inquiry. The collection brings together pieces that delve into the mysteries and marvels of electricity, offering diverse literary styles ranging from scientific expositions to creative narratives that explore the power of galvanic phenomena. Noteworthy entries captivate readers with their vivid imagery and insightful reflections, weaving a tapestry of intellectual curiosity ...
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- AN EPITOME OF ELECTRICITY & GALVANISM.
- DISTRICT OF PENNSYLVANIA, TO WIT:
- RECOMMENDATIONS.
- PREFACE.
- INTRODUCTION.
- SECTION I.
- Electricity as known among the Ancients.
- SECTION II.
- CONTENTS OF THE EPITOME OF ELECTRICITY.
- CONTENTS OF THE EPITOME OF GALVANISM.
- EPITOME OF ELECTRICITY.
- DIVISION I.
- CHAP. I. Explanation of Terms; with some general Remarks.
- CHAP. II. Electric substances; with some of the phenomena attending their excitation.
- CHAP. III. Of Electrics and Conductors.
- CHAP. IV. Of the electrical machine.
- CHAP. V. Of communicated electricity.
- CHAP. VI. Of the electric spark.
- CHAP. VII. Of the influence of pointed bodies on electricity, and some phenomena attending their operation.
- CHAP. VIII. Of electric attraction and repulsion.
- CHAP. IX. Of the Leyden phial.
- CHAP. X. The electrical battery—and experiments performed with it.
- CHAP. XI. A description of the electrophorus, and some of its phenomena accounted for.
- CHAP. XII. Of electrometers.
- CHAP. XIII. The identity of electricity with lightning.
- CHAP. XIV. Of the structure and use of the electrical kite.
- CHAP. XV. The structure and use of lightning rods.
- CHAP. XVI. Of animal electricity.
- CHAP. XVII. The influence of electricity on vegetables.
- CHAP. XVIII. Medical electricity.
- CHAP. XIX. Directions concerning the use of the electrical apparatus, with some practical rules for performing experiments with it to the best advantage.
- DIVISION II.
- CHAP. I. Entertaining Experiments, made by electrical Attraction and Repulsion.
- CHAP. II. Experiments with electric Light.
- CHAP. III. Experiments with Charged Electrics.
- CHAP. IV. Experiments relating to the influence of pointed Bodies on Electricity.
- CHAP. V. Promiscuous Experiments.
- DIVISION III.
- CHAP. I. Introductory Observations to the theory of Electricity.
- CHAP. II. Theories of Electricity, exclusive of that of Franklin.
- CHAP. III. The Franklinian Theory of Electricity.
- APPENDIX.
- NUMBER I.
- A description of the Cement used for electrical purposes.
- NUMBER II.
- A Composition for Coating Cylinders or Globes.
- NUMBER III.
- To make the best kind of Amalgam for exciting Electrics.—
- NUMBER IV.
- The preparation of electrical Paint.
- NUMBER V.
- To make the Artificial Bolognian Stone.
- EPITOME OF GALVANISM.
- CHAP. I. A Short account of the discovery of Galvanism.
- CHAP. II. Of the Animals best fitted for Galvanic Experiments, of the Metals best calculated for making these Experiments, and of Conductors.
- CHAP. III. A Description of the Galvanic Trough and Pile.
- CHAP. IV. The Method of performing Galvanic Experiments with Frogs; with some conclusions drawn from them.
- CHAP. V. Various Experiments with the Galvanic Pile.
- CHAP. VI. Experiments on the deflagration of Metals by the Galvanic Pile.
- CHAP. VII. Further Galvanic Experiments on Metals, and on other Substances.
- CHAP. VIII. Experiments which may be performed without the assistance of the Battery.
- To shew the Galvanic light.
- To affect the Taste by means of Water.
- To prove that Earth-Worms have a nervous system.
- CHAP. IX. Some common Effects which are supposed to be occasioned by Galvanism.
- CHAP. X. The Effects of Galvanism on Vegetables.
- CHAP. XI. Of medical Galvanism.
- CHAP. XII. The Identity of Galvanism with Electricity considered.
- Facts which seem to indicate that Galvanism and Electricity are the same Fluid.
- Facts in which Galvanism and Electricity differ from each other.
- INDEX TO THE EPITOME OF ELECTRICITY.
- INDEX TO THE EPITOME OF GALVANISM.
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