From:
Edward Daniel Clarke
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[1816]
Source of text:
TxU:H/M-0141; Reel 1087
Summary:
Reports account given at [Sebremnitz] of ore that JH analyzed.
Contributor:
John Herschel Project
Reports account given at [Sebremnitz] of ore that JH analyzed.
Does not have CB's manuscript on functions in his possession. Regarding the translations of S. F. Lacroix. Has done no work while at home.
Mentions some chemical experiments on which JH has worked; hopes EC will exhibit his experiments for R.S.L.
Describes chemical experiments carried out by JH on corundum. Attempts to interpret these experiments.
Praises EC for 'amazing experiments' published in [William T.] Brande's journal [Quarterly Journal of Science and Art]. Wishes EC's publication had appeared in R.S.P.T. Has an experiment to show EC.
Reports on some chemical results obtained by JH.