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Nollet Experiment
Jean-Antoine Nollet stands beside some of the apparatus with which he researches how electricity can be generated and transferred
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1753 Antoine Apparatus Electricity Experiment Generated Nollet Researches Stands Transferred
Mouse Pad
Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.7cm x 19cm (9.3" x 7.5")
Estimated Product Size is 23.7cm x 20.2cm (9.3" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This image transports us back in time to the year 1753, where we find the renowned French physicist Jean-Antoine Nollet (1700-1770) in the midst of his groundbreaking research on electricity. Nollet, a pioneer in the field of electricity, stands proudly beside some of the intricate apparatus that he used to explore the mysteries of this newly discovered force. The Nollet Experiment, as it came to be known, was a series of electrical demonstrations that showcased the ability to transmit an electrical charge through a wire from one person to another without any physical contact. This experiment challenged the prevailing belief that electricity could only be transmitted through direct contact and added significantly to our understanding of the nature of electricity. In this photograph, we can see some of the apparatus used in the Nollet Experiment. The large glass jars, filled with water and suspended from the ceiling, were used to store electrical charges. The wires and conductors, made of various metals, were used to transmit the electricity from one jar to another. Nollet's assistant can be seen holding a metal rod, which would have been used to discharge the electricity into the air, creating a visible electrical spark. This photograph is a testament to the curiosity and ingenuity of one of the greatest minds in the history of science. Nollet's research on electricity paved the way for future discoveries and advancements in the field, ultimately leading to the development of electrical power and the technological revolution that followed. This image serves as a reminder of the power of human curiosity and the importance of scientific exploration in shaping our understanding of the natural world.
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