Soap-Bubbles and the Forces Which Mould Them

Soap-Bubbles and the Forces Which Mould Them

By C. V. Boys
Michael Caine
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Length2h 16m

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In "Soap-Bubbles and the Forces Which Mould Them," C. V. Boys delves into the fascinating world of fluid dynamics and the mesmerizing beauty of soap bubbles. The book intricately combines scientific explanation with vivid illustrations, demonstrating the physical forces at work behind the formation and stability of these delicate structures. Boys employs a didactic yet engaging literary style, making complex concepts accessible to both the layperson and the educated reader. Positioned within the early 20th-century scientific discourse, the work reflects the period's burgeoning interest in experimental physics and visual science. C. V. Boys was a distinguished physicist whose career spanned academia and practical experimentation. His passion for optics and fluid mechanics was likely influenced by the advancements in physics during his lifetime, as well as his own experiences in research. Notably, Boys was a pioneer in the study of high-speed photography, which allowed him to capture the ephemeral beauty of soap bubbles, emphasizing the transient yet profound interaction between physics and art in his work. I highly recommend "Soap-Bubbles and the Forces Which Mould Them" not only to enthusiasts of physics and art but also to those who appreciate the intersection of science and beauty. Boys' unique insights and elegant prose will inspire readers to view the humble soap bubble as a gateway to understanding the elegant complexities of nature.

Audiobook details

GenreScience and Nature
Length2 hrs 16 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 10, 2022
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1Introduction
17Rings for Bubbles.
2PREFACE.
18Threads in Ring.
3SOAP-BUBBLES, AND THE FORCES WHICH MOULD THEM.
19Blow out Candle with Soap-Bubble.
4LECTURE II.
20Bubbles balanced against one another.
5LECTURE III.
21Thaumatrope for showing the Formation and Oscillations of Drops.
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6PRACTICAL HINTS.
22Water-drops in Paraffin and Bisulphide of Carbon.
7Drop with India-rubber Surface.
23Beaded Spider-webs.
8Jumping Frame.
24Photographs of Water-jets.
9Paraffined Sieve.
25Fountain and Sealing-wax.
10Narrow Tubes and Capillarity.
26Bouncing Water-jets.
11Capillarity between Plates.
27Fountain and Intermittent Light.
12Tears of Wine.
28Mr. Chichester Bell's Singing Water-jet.
13Cat-Boxes.
29Bubbles and Ether.
14Liquid Beads.
30Experiment with Internal Bubbles.
15Plateau's Experiment.
31Bubbles and Electricity.
16A Good Mixture for Soap-Bubbles.
32THE END.

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