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Witpress Kelvin, Thermodynamics and the Natural World - Design and Nature Vol. 10

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This scholarly volume examines Lord Kelvin's pivotal contributions to thermodynamics and his influence on nineteenth-century science. The book explores Kelvin's relationships with prominent figures including Charles Darwin, T.S. Huxley and members of the X-club, revealing the historical tensions between energy specialists and biologists of the era. It details Kelvin's essential role in formulating the Laws of Thermodynamics through both his independent work and collaborative scientific communications with peers such as Joule and Clausius. Beyond thermodynamics, the volume investigates Kelvin's broader impact across multiple scientific disciplines, providing comprehensive insight into his legacy as one of the nineteenth century's most influential natural philosophers and the lasting significance of his theoretical and practical contributions to modern physics.

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Examines Lord Kelvin's foundational contributions to the formulation of the Laws of Thermodynamics and their development.

Explores Kelvin's scientific relationships and communications with contemporary figures including Joule and Clausius.

Analyses the nineteenth-century conflict between British energy specialists and biology researchers of the period.

Part of the Design and Nature series published by WIT Press, volume 10 in the established collection.

Investigates Kelvin's wider impact across multiple scientific fields beyond thermodynamics alone.

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14 December 2015
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27 May 2015

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