A-B-C of Electricity by Wm. H. Meadowcroft
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| Author | Meadowcroft, Wm. H. (William Henry), 1853- |
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| LoC No. | 15011667 |
| Title | A-B-C of Electricity |
| Alternate Title | ABC of Electricity |
| Note | Reading ease score: 60.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "A-B-C of Electricity" by William H. Meadowcroft is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This book serves as an introductory guide to the principles of electricity, aimed primarily at young people and adults seeking to grasp the basics of electrical concepts and inventions that have significant commercial relevance. It covers a range of topics, including electromagnetism, electric light, and telecommunication, providing readers with foundational knowledge to encourage further study in the field. The opening of the text sets the stage for understanding electricity's impact on modern conveniences and technology. It begins by emphasizing the importance of learning about electricity, citing practical devices such as the telegraph, telephone, and electric light. Meadowcroft discusses basic electricity concepts using simple analogies, such as comparing electrical pressure to water pressure, and introducing crucial terms like volt, ampere, and ohm. His aim is to demystify technical jargon and make the subject accessible, thereby igniting curiosity about the workings of electrical systems and the innovations that have arisen from this essential scientific discipline. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QC: Science: Physics |
| Subject | Electricity |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 45955 |
| Release Date | Jun 13, 2014 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jun 17, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 265 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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