02464cam a22003493u 4500 63803 UtSlPG 20260610134453.0 m cr n 260607r2020||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 QE Tyndall, John, 1820-1893 The Forms of Water in Clouds and Rivers, Ice and Glaciers Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2020 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2020-11-18 Produced by Tom Cosmas produced from files generously provided on The Internet Archive. All resultant materials are placed in the Public Domain. "The Forms of Water in Clouds and Rivers, Ice and Glaciers" by John Tyndall is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The author explores the intricate relationships between various forms of water in nature, illustrating concepts related to clouds, rivers, and glaciers through a combination of observation, experimental results, and theoretical discussions. The book serves as an accessible introduction to the phenomena surrounding water in its different states, as well as the scientific principles underlying them. The opening of the text establishes a thoughtful and engaging narrative about the connections between natural occurrences. Tyndall begins by discussing the origins of rivers, emphasizing that they derive from rain which in turn comes from clouds—explaining this cycle with clear, relatable observations. He introduces readers to the mechanisms behind rainfall and snow through discussions of condensation and the sun's role in promoting evaporation, with a focus on observable phenomena like clouds forming above a locomotive or the behavior of steam. This introductory portion sets the stage for a deeper exploration of glacial movements and the physical laws governing these natural processes, all while maintaining an approachable style aimed at widening public understanding of science. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Rivers Clouds Ice Glaciers Water https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/63803 104627 104627