PRIESTLEY, Joseph (1733-1804). 'Observations on Different Kinds of Air.' In: Philosophical Transactions. Vol. 62, pp.147-264. London: Lockyer Davis, 1772.
PRIESTLEY, Joseph (1733-1804). 'Observations on Different Kinds of Air.' In: Philosophical Transactions. Vol. 62, pp.147-264. London: Lockyer Davis, 1772.
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PRIESTLEY, Joseph (1733-1804). 'Observations on Different Kinds of Air.' In: Philosophical Transactions. Vol. 62, pp.147-264. London: Lockyer Davis, 1772.

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PRIESTLEY, Joseph (1733-1804). 'Observations on Different Kinds of Air.' In: Philosophical Transactions. Vol. 62, pp.147-264. London: Lockyer Davis, 1772.

First edition Priestley's investigations in pneumatic chemistry and his first paper on the subject. Reporting on the results of his pneumatic researches since 1770, this present work announced the discovery of hydrochloric acid and nitric oxide, as well as the discovery that plants restored air that had been vitiated by combustion, putrefaction, and respiration. Priestley's 'contribution to the knowledge of gases were crucial. He improved the technique for studying them by collecting them over mercury instead of water, so that many more gases could be observed... His many chemical discoveries contributed to the "chemical revolution"' (PMM). Dibner Heralds of Science 40; Norman 1749; PMM 217.

Quarto (247 x 190mm). One engraved folding plate (very short marginal tear to Ii2). Original drab paper wrappers, uncut (lacking backstrip, covers chipped and frayed and repaired at hinges, textblock weak and almost cracking). Modern cloth box.
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