An essay on electricity, containing a series of experiments introductory to the study of that science; in which are included some of the latest discoveries; intended chiefly with a view of facilitating its application, and extending its utility in medical purposes / [John Brice Becket].

Becket, John Brice

Date:: 1773

Credit: An essay on electricity, containing a series of experiments introductory to the study of that science; in which are included some of the latest discoveries; intended chiefly with a view of facilitating its application, and extending its utility in medical purposes / [John Brice Becket]. Source: Wellcome Collection.

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$Of the Aurora Borealis, Meteors, &c,—reprefented by Experiments, 139. The Electrical Whirlwind, and Waterspout, 140. The different Appearance of Pofitive and Negative Electricity, 142.—Of long Sparks, 143. An Electrical Planetarium, 144. The Effects of Flame in Electricity, 145*—Its Power in con- duCling the Explofion of Phials, 146. The Effects of Electrified Water, 147.—Method of conducting the Aquatic Shock, 149. Of the Electrical Battery, 150. THE \ /$