This is an annotated translation of a small part of the Principia, and the latin version is presented first. In this work you will find set out in an unfamiar manner one of first ever partial differential equations of mathematical physics, as Newton comes to grips with describing the begaviour of a smal parcel of air as a sound wave passes through it.
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Newton's Theory of Sound.
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Ian Bruce. November 2006 latest revision. Copyright : I reserve the right to publish this translated work in book form. However, if you are a student, teacher, or just someone with an interest, you can copy part or all of the work for legitimate personal or educational use.