Pascals Principle demonstration, 1889

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Pascals Principle demonstration, 1889

Demonstration of Pascals Principle. This principle stated that pressure exerted on a liquid or gas is transmitted equally to all parts of that liquid or gas. Here, a metal sphere filled with water has elastic membranes covering six openings on all sides. Applying pressure to one of the openings causes expansion of the membranes on all the other openings, as shown here. This principle was proposed in 1653 by the French mathematician Blaise Pascal (1623-1662). Artwork from the third volume (first period of 1889) of the French popular science weekly La Science Illustree

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1889 Annual Volume Class Room Colored Demonstrating Demonstration Demonstrator Experiment Experimenting French Hand L Aw La Science Illustree Lecturer Liquid Louis Figuier Popular Science Pressing Pressure Principle Thumb Weekly Blaise Pascal Laboratory Pascal Physical

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This print captures a demonstration of Pascal's Principle, an influential concept in the world of physics. Dating back to 1889, this illustration showcases the principle proposed by Blaise Pascal in 1653. The artwork is featured in the third volume of La Science Illustree, a popular science weekly from France. The image portrays a metal sphere filled with water and equipped with elastic membranes covering six openings on all sides. As pressure is applied to one opening, the membranes expand simultaneously on all other openings, illustrating how pressure exerted on a liquid or gas is transmitted equally throughout. The historical significance of this demonstration cannot be overstated as it laid the foundation for our understanding of fluid mechanics and paved the way for numerous technological advancements. It exemplifies how scientific principles can be visually represented through artistry. This mesmerizing snapshot provides us with a glimpse into an era when experimentation and discovery were at their peak. It reminds us that great minds like Blaise Pascal made invaluable contributions to our knowledge base through their relentless pursuit of understanding natural phenomena. As we marvel at this beautifully colored illustration, we are reminded that scientific progress relies not only on groundbreaking ideas but also on effective communication and dissemination of knowledge through mediums such as La Science Illustree.

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