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Experiment designed to show that air has weight, 1672
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Experiment designed to show that air has weight, 1672
Experiment designed to show that air has weight, 1672. From Experimenta Nova ut vocantur Magdeburgica De Vacuo Spatio (New Magdeburg Experiments About the Vacuum by Otto von Guericke. (Amsterdam, 1672)
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Demo Demonstration Element Experiment Guericke Otto Von Otto Von Guericke Oxford Science Archive Physics Scales Vacuum Weighing Weighing Scales Weight
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This print takes us back to the year 1672, where an intriguing experiment was designed to prove that air indeed possesses weight. The image showcases a demonstration conducted by Otto von Guericke, a renowned German scientist of the 17th century. In this engraving, we witness a male figure standing beside weighing scales as he meticulously weighs the element of air. The scene exudes an aura of scientific curiosity and intellectual pursuit. It transports us to a time when groundbreaking discoveries were made through hands-on experimentation. Von Guericke's experiment aimed to demonstrate that air is not merely an intangible substance but rather possesses physical properties like weight. The monochrome aesthetic adds depth and intensity to the composition, emphasizing the seriousness with which these early scientists approached their work. As we gaze upon this historical artifact, we are reminded of how far our understanding of physics has come since then. This remarkable print from "Experimenta Nova ut vocantur Magdeburgica De Vacuo Spatio" serves as a testament to human ingenuity and relentless exploration in unraveling the mysteries of nature. It invites us to appreciate the pioneers who paved the way for modern science while reminding us that knowledge is built upon countless experiments such as this one conducted centuries ago in Germany.
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