This classic textbook provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles of physics. In clear, accessible language, Nichols covers a wide range of topics, from mechanics and thermodynamics to electromagnetism and relativity theory. A must-read for anyone interested in the fundamental laws of the universe. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Ernest Fox Nichols
Ernest Fox Nichols was an American physicist known for his pioneering work in spectroscopy and thermal radiation. His most famous work, "Measurements of Blackbody Radiation," laid the foundation for modern understanding of the behavior of electromagnetic radiation. Nichols' clear and precise writing style made complex scientific concepts accessible to a wider audience.