Theory Collection (page 14)

Universe time line, artwork
Big Bang and Evolution of Galaxies - The observable Universe is about 84 billion light years across. According to the standard view of cosmolog

Galileos falling bodies experiment

Snowball Earth. Computer artwork of the Earth frozen in snow and ice some 590 million years ago. The continents are in different positions due to tectonic plate movements

Blood-letting, 18th century. This manuscript is from Persia, with Arabic script at top and bottom. Blood-letting, the withdrawal of often large amounts of blood from a patient

Entropy shown by dissipation. Entropy is a measure of the amount of order or disorder in a system, as well as how reversible a change is

Entropy shown by heat loss. Entropy is a measure of the amount of order or disorder in a system, as well as how reversible a change is

Entropy shown by broken cup. Entropy is a measure of the amount of order or disorder in a system, as well as how reversible a change is

Gate control theory of pain, artwork
Gate control theory of pain. Computer artwork of the neural circuit diagram used to represent the gate control theory of pain

Viscount Bolingbroke, English statesman
Henry St. John, 1st Viscount Bolingbroke (1678-1751), English politician and statesman. St. John was born at Battersea, London and educated at Eton College

Nicolas Copernicus, Polish astronomer
Nicolaus Copernicus (1473-1543), Polish astronomer, mathematician, physician and jurist. Despite his numerous responsibilities and interests

Samuel Pufendorf, German jurist
Samuel Pufendorf (1632-94), German jurist. Pufendorf was born at Dorfchemnitz in Saxony and was educated at the University of Leipzig. He started studying theology but soon changed to study law

Lavaters physiognomy, 19th century
Lavaters physiognomy. This posthumously published study by the Swiss poet Johann Kaspar Lavater (1741-1801) gives 20 labelled features on a womans face, explained using physiognomy

Systems biology, flow chart
Systems biology. Flow chart showing various biology disciplines and how they are used in modelling living organisms. An organism (top) is studied and information obtained on its genes

Key to science, conceptual image
Key to science. Conceptual image of a key, representing research and theories that unlock the mysteries of science

Particle collision, artwork

Green balloon and climate change, conceptual artwork. This image represents the wide variety of environmental issues affecting Earths atmosphere

Black hole radiation, artwork
Black hole radiation. Artwork of the radiation predicted to be emitted by a black hole. Produced due to quantum effects, this radiation is also known as Hawking radiation or Bekenstein-Hawking

Nicolaus Copernicus (1473-1543)
Nicolaus Copernicus Polish astronomer who began the revolution that overthrew more than 1000 years of astronomical thought

Asteroid impact started continental drift. Computer artwork representing the theory that asteroid impacts may have started the process by which the Earths continents move relative to each other

Construction of the Pyramids. Artwork showing a possible method used by the Ancient Egyptians to construct the Great Pyramid at Giza

Frontispiece of Hypotyposis cometae nuperrime visi by Philipp Mueller, published at Leipzig in 1619. This recounts observations of comets made in 1618

Geoheliocentric cosmology, 16th century
Geoheliocentric cosmology. Woodcut illustration depicting a view of the Solar System. This is known as a geoheliocentric system. The Earth is at the centre and is orbited by the Moon and Sun

19th Century Flint Glass Prism P. tif C008 / 9533
Computer artwork of 19th century flint glass prism c. 1790, mounted on a rotating brass stand, of a type used to repeat experiments by Sir Isaac Newton

Monument to Pythagoras of Samos, in the harbour at Pythagorio, Samos, Greece. Pythagoras of Samos (born between 580 and 572 BC, died between 500 and 490 BC)

Big Bang probability, conceptual image. Computer artwork of two dice emanating from an explosion, representing the chance of the Big Bang having occurred

Keplers cosmological model. Composite image of a model of Keplers Platonic solids, with Latin text and the title of the work in which this model was described

John Mill, caricature
John Mill. Caricature of the English philosopher and economist John Stuart Mill (1806-1873). Mill advocated utilitarianism and fought for womens suffrage

Bernoulli brothers, Swiss mathematicians
Bernoulli brothers, 17th century Swiss mathematicians. At right is Jean (Johann) Benoulli (1667-1748). At left is Jacques (Jacob) Bernoulli (1654-1705)

Leon Battista Alberti, Italian polymath
Leon Battista Alberti (1404-1472), Florentine artist and polymath. Alberti was born at Genoa and educated at Padua. In 1418 he went to Bologna to study law

Earths cometary bombardment, artwork
Earths cometary bombardment. Artwork of Earth being bombarded with cometary fragments. On a populated Earth, such a bombardment would be catastrophic, but in the early history of the solar system

Quantum tunneling. Computer model of a quantum wavefunction trapped in a deep well (centre). In classical physics, the particle described by this wavefunction doesn t have enough energy to emerge

Quantum resonance. Computer model showing quantum resonance. A quantum wavefunction is seen as the parallel waves moving up from bottom. They hit a barrier (black, lower centre)

Classical and quantum physics
Classical to quantum physics. Sequence of computer models showing the progression from classical to quantum physics. At top left, the movement of a classical particle, such as an electron, is shown

Boyles Law demonstration. Apparatus used to test Boyles Law, one of the Gas Laws. Boyles Law (first proposed by Robert Boyle in 1662) states that for a fixed mass of gas at a fixed temperature

Quantum waves. Computer model showing a quantum wavefunction bouncing from a rough surface. The wavefunction was dropped from top

S Wilberforce / Pound Eng
SAMUEL WILBERFORCE Bishop of Oxford and of Winchester, noted opponent of Darwins theory of natural selection

F. R. Foster (1889-1958)
Photograph of Frank Foster, the Warwickshire and England cricketer, demonstrating his left-arm fast-medium bowling action, c.1910

Louis Pasteur in his laboratory
Born in 1822, he studied chemistry under Delafosse. He discovered the nature of the fermentation and went on to research his germ theory of disease

Louis Pasteur experimenting on a chloroformed rabbit
Born in 1822, he studied chemistry under Delafosse. He discovered the nature of the fermentation and went on to research his germ theory of disease

M. Pasteur in his laboratory in Paris
Louis Pasteur was born in 1822. He studied chemistry under Delafosse. Discovering the nature of fermentation, he went on to research his germ theory of disease

Portrait of Louis Pasteur
Louis Pasteur (1822-95) studied chemistry under Delafosse. He discovered the nature of the fermentation and went on to research his germ theory of disease

SYMMES (1742-1814)
JOHN CLEVES SYMMES American champion of the hollow Earth theory

Valentines Dustpan
Valentines improved dust pan can be operated with the foot, thus eliminating stooping and avoiding backache : in theory, anyway

Newton / Handwriting
Letter from the English scientist, dated 20 June 1682, from Trinity College, Cambridge, discussing another scientists Theory of Vision

Henry Drummond / Postcard
HENRY DRUMMOND Scottish evangelical writer and lecturer; sought to reconcile Christianity with Darwins Theory of Evolution

S Wilberforce / Beattie Cv
SAMUEL WILBERFORCE Bishop of Oxford and of Winchester, noted opponent of Darwins theory of natural selection

S Wilberforce / Mowbray Cv
SAMUEL WILBERFORCE Bishop of Oxford and of Winchester, noted opponent of Darwins theory of natural selection

S Wilberforce / Caldes Cdv
SAMUEL WILBERFORCE Bishop of Oxford and of Winchester, noted opponent of Darwins theory of natural selection

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"Theory: Unveiling the Hidden Patterns of the Universe" From ancient times to modern scientific breakthroughs, theories have shaped our understanding of the world. A histological diagram of a mammalian retina reveals intricate structures that support the theory of vision. Mendeleyev's periodic table, created in 1869, laid the foundation for understanding elements and their properties. Richard Feynman, a brilliant physicist depicted in a caricature, contributed to quantum mechanics and explained complex concepts with his unique approach. The standard periodic table showcases various element types discovered over centuries. The bust of Claudius Galen reminds us of his influential medical theories during ancient Rome. An artwork depicting the universe timeline takes us on an awe-inspiring journey through cosmic evolution. A geological unconformity on the river Jed hints at Earth's dynamic nature and supports theories about plate tectonics. Starlight bent by the Sun's attraction highlights Einstein's theory of general relativity, revolutionizing our perception of gravity. Dalton's table of atomic symbols from 1835 provides insights into early attempts to understand matter at its fundamental level. Continental drift maps demonstrate how continents have shifted over millions of years due to plate tectonics. The concept of multiple universes challenges conventional thinking and expands our imagination beyond what we can observe directly. Theories continue to push boundaries and inspire new discoveries as humanity strives to unravel the mysteries surrounding us. In this captivating collage, we witness how theories connect seemingly disparate fields - from biology and chemistry to physics and geology - offering glimpses into profound truths that shape our existence in this vast universe.