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Electricity Guericke
At Hamburg, Otto von Guericke, burgomaster of Magdeburg, demonstrates an electrical machine - the first of its kind, based on a rotating sphere generating force
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1672 Based Burgomaster Demonstrates Electrical Electricity Experiments Generating Guericke Hamburg Kind Magdeburg Otto Rotating Sphere
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In this intriguing historical image from the annals of science, Otto von Guericke, the esteemed burgomaster of Magdeburg, is seen conducting an experiment with an electrical machine at Hamburg in the year 1672. This photograph, preserved by Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a glimpse into the past, when the understanding of electricity was still in its infancy. Otto von Guericke, a man of great intellect and curiosity, was a pioneer in the field of physics and is best known for his groundbreaking work on vacuums. However, this image captures him in the midst of an electrical demonstration, showcasing the first electrical machine of its kind. The machine, based on a rotating sphere, generated a force that left onlookers in awe. The sphere, suspended by insulating rods, is seen spinning rapidly, generating an electric charge. The force generated by the machine is evident in the way the rods are pulled apart, demonstrating the attractive power of electricity. This experiment was a significant milestone in the history of electricity, paving the way for further research and discoveries in this fascinating field. The image is a testament to the curiosity and ingenuity of the human mind, as Otto von Guericke sought to unravel the mysteries of the natural world. The rotating sphere, a simple yet powerful invention, would have left those present in Hamburg that day with a sense of wonder and excitement. This photograph, a snapshot of a moment in time, serves as a reminder of the importance of scientific exploration and discovery.
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