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The wonders of radium

By Maynard Shipley
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A concise popular account introduces radioactivity and describes how radium emits penetrating rays, explains its effects on living tissue and its use in medicine and industry, surveys experiments and anecdotal claims about therapeutic springs and radiotherapy for cancer, and outlines the physical mechanisms by which radiation ionizes matter. It discusses the discovery and isolation of radium, the difficulties and expense of production, the element's role in estimating the Earth's age, procedures for conversion and decay chains, and the geological sources and extraction methods that supply radioactive materials.

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Maynard Shipley

Maynard Shipley was an American author and educator known for his contributions to the field of science, particularly in the areas of electricity and atomic theory. His notable works include "Principles of Electricity," which serves as a foundational text for understanding electrical concepts, and "The Origin and Development of the Atomic Theory," where he explores the evolution of atomic science. Shipley also delved into the fascinating realms of radiation with titles like "The Wonders of Radium" and "X-ray, Violet Ray, and Other Rays." His writings reflect a commitment to making complex scientific ideas accessible to a broader audience.

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