An engraving depicting a demonstration of how white light is broken down into the spectrum and can be reconstructed into white light. Pencil of sunlight (left)

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An engraving depicting a demonstration of how white light is broken down into the spectrum and can be reconstructed into white light. Pencil of sunlight (left)

5311269 An engraving depicting a demonstration of how white light is broken down into the spectrum and can be reconstructed into white light. Pencil of sunlight (left) passed through the prism and was thrown into a double convex lens with a card at the focus to observe spectrum. When the card is removed and the point the white light is displayed on the screen (right), 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1880); Universal History Archive/UIG

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Convex Demonstrated Demonstration Display Displayed History Of Physics History Of Science Lens Optical Optics Physics Prism Screen Spectrum White Light Colour Spectrum

EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving from the 19th century beautifully illustrates the fascinating phenomenon of how white light can be broken down into a spectrum of colors and then reconstructed back into white light. The image shows a pencil of sunlight passing through a prism on the left, which disperses the light into its various colors. This colorful spectrum is then projected onto a screen using a double convex lens with a card at the focus for observation. What makes this demonstration so intriguing is that by removing the card and focusing on the point where all the colors converge, we are able to see white light once again. This process showcases not only the beauty of optics and physics but also highlights our understanding of how light behaves in different mediums. The intricate details in this engraving bring to life an important moment in history when scientists were exploring and experimenting with light and color. It serves as a reminder of our continuous quest for knowledge and discovery in unraveling the mysteries of nature. Overall, this print is not just visually stunning but also educational, offering us a glimpse into the wonders of science and technology from centuries past.

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