An Attempt Towards a Chemical Conception of the Ether

The book 'An Attempt Towards a Chemical Conception of the Ether' by Professor D. Mendeleeff explores the nature of the ether as a gas proposing a zero group for chemically inactive elements like helium and argon. It introduces the concept of an element x lighter than hydrogen potentially representing the ether. The author delves into the implications of the ether's chemical nature and its role in transmitting energy through space offering a unique perspective on this elusive substance.