From:
George Biddell Airy
To:
John Tyndall
Date:
1856 March 8
Source of text:
MS JT/1/A/28, RI
Summary:
No summary available.
Contributor:
Tyndall Project
No summary available.
Regarding experiments on the Mohamet's coffin theory. His son Wilfrid has won a scholarship at Trinity College, Cambridge.
Requesting advice on his reflex zenith tube. Regarding progress on 'Standards.'
Wants one or more of JH's actinometers. Notes his suggestion about the zenith tube.
Relating his experiments with the zenith tube.
Has procured an actinometer and would like details of the scale.
Relating his experiences on his recent tours abroad.