The Uniform Positive Column of an Electric Discharge in Mercury Vapor

Name: The Uniform Positive Column of an Electric Discharge in Mercury Vapor
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Thomas Killian

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English

Tradd Street Press
14 February 2026

Electricity, electromagnetism & magnetism; Electrical engineering

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""The Uniform Positive Column of an Electric Discharge in Mercury Vapor"" is a significant scientific study by Thomas Killian that explores the fundamental physical processes occurring within a mercury vapor discharge tube. This technical work provides a detailed analysis of the properties of the positive column, focusing on parameters such as electron temperatures, potential gradients, and the distribution of current density. By conducting systematic experiments under controlled conditions, Killian contributes vital data to the early 20th-century understanding of plasma physics and electronic conduction in gases.

The research presented in this volume is crucial for understanding the behavior of ionized gases, a field that served as a foundation for the development of modern lighting technologies and electronic valves. Killian's precise measurements and theoretical interpretations offer insight into the interaction between electrons and mercury atoms, elucidating the complex mechanisms of electrical discharge. This work remains a notable reference for students and historians of science interested in the experimental methodologies of classical physics. Through its rigorous approach to examining ""The Uniform Positive Column of an Electric Discharge in Mercury Vapor,"" the text highlights the intricate balance of forces in electrical phenomena and gas-filled tube behavior.

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By: Thomas Killian
Imprint: Tradd Street Press
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 1mm
Weight: 45g
ISBN: 9781026060339
ISBN 10: 1026060338
Pages: 22
Publication Date: 14 February 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active