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Slit Collection (#2)

"Exploring the Many Facets of 'Slit'

Background imageSlit Collection: Diffraction experiment, simulation

Diffraction experiment, simulation
Diffraction experiment. Numerical simulation of the interference pattern produced by single-slit diffraction of a harmonic wave front. The wave moves from upper right to lower left in each image

Background imageSlit Collection: Ionising X-ray spectroscope C016 / 3689

Ionising X-ray spectroscope C016 / 3689
X-ray crystallography. An early design of X-ray spectroscope made in the 1910s. A beam of X-rays passes through a collimator and slit (left)

Background imageSlit Collection: Looking up at two bat boxes to show the slit opening, Tunstall Forest Suffolk

Looking up at two bat boxes to show the slit opening, Tunstall Forest Suffolk

Background imageSlit Collection: Europes Smallest Window

Europes Smallest Window
The narrowest window in Europe! This vertical slit is between the stones in the wall of the George Hotel, Kingston upon Hull, Humberside, England. Date: 19th century

Background imageSlit Collection: Victorian Pillar Box

Victorian Pillar Box
An old Victorial postal pillar box at Mudsford, near Christchurch, England. It has a vertical slit for posting letters into it. Date: 1855

Background imageSlit Collection: Assassination of Count Rossi

Assassination of Count Rossi
Count Rossi assassinated, having had his throat slit. Date: 1890s

Background imageSlit Collection: Thomas Young, British physicist

Thomas Young, British physicist
Thomas Young (1773-1829), British physicist and Egyptologist. Young was a voracious reader as a child, and excelled at languages

Background imageSlit Collection: Gharial anatomy, 18th century

Gharial anatomy, 18th century

Background imageSlit Collection: Breastfeeding, 18th-century caricature

Breastfeeding, 18th-century caricature. Titled The Fashionable Mamma, or The Convenience of Modern Dress, this artwork shows a nursemaid holding a baby to its mothers breast to allow it to feed

Background imageSlit Collection: Light rays

Light rays. Light passes through slits, forming a set of diverging rays. This apparatus is useful in optics as refraction

Background imageSlit Collection: Focusing light

Focusing light. Light rays passing through a lens are focused inwards to a point. When light passes from one optical medium to another in which it travels at a different speed

Background imageSlit Collection: The Tango trouser, 1913

The Tango trouser, 1913
Trousers especially designed for dancing the Tango. The outfit was made up of a skirt slit to the thigh, worn over a pair of Turkish trousers held at the ankle by a band of crystal beads

Background imageSlit Collection: Kind-Hearted Butcher

Kind-Hearted Butcher
I m a kind-hearted fellow, wouldn t hurt a fly!, claims a butcher who has just slit the throat of a lamb

Background imageSlit Collection: Air Raid, Children In

Air Raid, Children In
Children shelter in a slit- trench during a German air- raid on Moscow

Background imageSlit Collection: Tell Tale Tit Greenaway

Tell Tale Tit Greenaway
Tell-tale tit, your tongue shall be slit, and all the dogs in the town shall have a little bit

Background imageSlit Collection: Postman Early C19

Postman Early C19
The postman rings his bell - those with a letter to send rush out into the street and pop it into the slit in his bag




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"Exploring the Many Facets of 'Slit': From Anglo-Saxon Men to Tropical Island School of Fish" Step into history with a captivating glimpse at various aspects of 'slit' that have left their mark throughout time. Delve into the world of Anglo-Saxon Men Pl. XIX, where intricate designs and patterns reveal the artistry behind this ancient craft. Transport yourself to a tropical island as you witness a mesmerizing school of fish gracefully swimming in unison, their sleek bodies slicing through the crystal-clear waters - an awe-inspiring display of nature's beauty. Feel the intensity and chaos of Stalingrad Street Fight as brave soldiers navigate perilous situations, relying on split-second decisions that could mean life or death. The sheer grit and determination showcased here are nothing short of remarkable. Embark on a journey aboard the QSS Lusitania with a treasured souvenir from its launch, reminding us of both grandeur and tragedy intertwined within maritime history. Let your imagination soar as you envision passengers eagerly awaiting their adventure across vast oceans. Indulge in pastry making perfection with Slit On Top 1907, savoring every delectable bite while admiring the precision required to create such mouthwatering treats. Taste buds dance with delight as flaky layers meet sweet fillings - truly a culinary masterpiece. Witness an emotional moment frozen in time: ABRAHAM AND ISAAC depicted through powerful imagery that captures profound sacrifice and unwavering faith. This thought-provoking artwork invites contemplation on themes that resonate across generations. Join Cybill Shepherd on the set of The Lady Vanishes, capturing her timeless beauty amidst an intriguing plotline filled with mystery and suspense. A glimpse behind-the-scenes reveals both glamour and hard work involved in bringing stories to life. Experience culinary diversity with an array of homemade breads - from rustic sourdough loaf to three seed perfection nestled within a sourdough bread bowl.