Spectrum Collection (#8)

Colorful emissions are released from a distant star
As a distant solar systems star runs out of fuel, strange colorful emissions are released from its surface. What seems to be a thing of beauty will soon mean the death for its family of planets as

Illustration of the variations of stars and planets in the Milky Way galaxy
Artists concept illustrating the countless variations of stars and planets in the Milky Way galaxy

The remains of a supernova give birth to new stars
Long after its violent end, the remains of a supernova give birth to new stars and planetary systems in the endless evolution of the universe

Dimensional universes meet, and portals to them open
A sci-fi conceptual image depicting an area of space where different dimensional universes meet, and portals to them open

The universe and its wondrous colors and variety of stars and planets
The universe is a place of wondrous colors and forms, with its variety of different stars, planets and other objects

Fantasy: Inspirational Quote and Motivational Poster
Fantasy - Inspirational Quote and Motivational Poster. It reads: We live in a fantasy world, a world of illusion, The great task in life is to find reality. ~ Iris Murdoch

The universe in a perpetual state of chaos
Artists concept illustrating the universe in a perpetual state of chaos, with colliding galaxies, supernova, rough comets, asteroids and black holes

The death of a distant star and its system of planets. As it finally explodes, destroying everything in its way. From this supernova event, new stars and planets will eventually be created and born

A distant alien world and its moon surrounded by nebulous gas clouds
A distant alien world and its moon surrounded by vibrant colored nebulous gas clouds and illuminated by its Sun

A stellar black hole emits streams of plasma from its event horizon

A mixture of colorful stars, planets, nebulae and galaxies

Sky Study with Rainbow, 1827 (w / c on paper)
XYC176321 Sky Study with Rainbow, 1827 (w/c on paper) by Constable, John (1776-1837); 22.5x18.4 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright

Rainbow over the moor, Haren, Emsland, Lower Saxony, Germany, Europe

Rainbow, 3D illustration

Mt Pico do Arieiro, Arieiro, 1818m, Madeira, Portugal, Europe

Rainbow, Lofoten, Northern Norway, Norway, Scandinavia, Europe

GoAzA'afoss waterfall, Godafoss, Iceland, Europe

Flooded meadows with rainbow, Wuemmewiesen nature reserve, Bremen, Germany, Europe

Small creek with rainbow, Wuemmewiesen nature reserve, Bremen, Germany, Europe

Cultural landscape in the Swiss Mittleland with a rainbow, Zug, Switzerland, Europe

rainbow over KJpsfossen waterfall. The Flam Railway - an incredibel train journey
Rainbow over KJpsfossen waterfall, Aurlandfjord, Sognefjord, Norway

South America, Brazil, Iguacu Falls
Brazil, Iguacu Falls

FRENCH WEST INDIES (FWI)-Guadaloupe-Caribbean: Clouds & Rainbow Colored Water
FRENCH WEST INDIES (FWI), Guadaloupe, Caribbean: Clouds & Rainbow Colored Water from the Air

Picture No. 10984580
Rainbow - and thunderstorm - beside Tower Falls Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, USA Date:

Diagram from Isaac Newtons Opticks, 1704, showing a beam of white light passing through a series of prisms
NEWTON DIAGRAM. Diagram from Isaac Newtons " Opticks, " 1704, showing a beam of white light passing through a series of prisms and lenses that split it into a colored spectrum

Two false-color views from NASAs Hubble Space Telescope of the disk of dust around the star Beta Pictoris
PROTOPLANETARY DISK. Two false-color views from NASAs Hubble Space Telescope of the disk of dust around the star Beta Pictoris

Light of Astronomy panel in the Spectrum of Light ceiling mural representing civilization. Carl Gutherz (1844-1907) Swiss-born painter

Spectroscopic apparatus used by used by Robert Wilhelm Bunsen (1811-1899) and Gustav Robert Kirchhoff (1824-1887). Discovered Spectrum Analysis (1859)

Spectroscope of the type used by Robert Wilhelm Bunsen (1811-1899) and Gustav Robert Kirchhoff (1824-1887). Discovered Spectrum Analysis (1859)

Magic lantern being used to project slides during a lecture on spectrum analysis at the Royal Polytechnic Institution, London. From John Henry Pepper Cyclopaedic Science Simplified, London, 1873

Janssen and Lockyer, 1868. Pierre Jules Cesar Janssen (1824-1907), French astronomerand Joseph Norman Lockyer (1836-1920), English astronomer

Newtons experiment shows how beam of white light is refracted by prism & broken into colours of spectrum (right). Dotted line shows beam of light entering through window

Gustave Robert Kirchhoff (1824-1887), German physicist. Together with Robert Wilhelm Bunsen (1811-1899) he pioneered spectrum analysis, and formulated two laws governing electric networks

Gustave Robert Kirchhoff (1824-1887), German physicist, 1876. He is known for his work in electricity, heat, and optics. He collaboration with Robert Wilhelm Bunsen (1811-1899)

Joseph von Fraunhofers (1787-1826) diagram of the lines of the solar spectrum, and above it a curve showing the intensity of sunlight in different parts of the spectrum

Joseph von Fraunhofer (1787-1826), German physicist. Developed the spectrum and mapped the lines of the solar spectrum (Fraunhofer lines). Engraving (c1895)

Isaac Newton (1642-1727) English scientist and mathematician, using a prism to break white light into spectrum. With Cambridge room mate John Wickins. Engraving of 1874

Satellite thermal emission and reflection image of the Grand Canyon, Arizona, USA. Because different minerals reflect different portions of the light spectrum, varying mineral composition is visible

Composite of Cassiopeia A supernova remnant across the spectrum: Gamma rays (magenta) Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope: X-rays (blue)

Lewis Morris Rutherford (1816-1892), American lawyer and astronomer. Pioneer in the field of spectrum analysis and astrophotography. From The Popular Science Monthly (New York, January 1893)

William Hyde Wollaston (1766-1828), English chemist, born at East Dereham, Norfolk, England. Wollaston discovered Palladium (1804), Rhodium (1805), and Ductile Platinum

Rainbow and stormclouds over farmland with sheep in pasture, near Tregynon, Powys, Wales, November

Rainbow over trees and arable field with furrows, in evening sunlight, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, England, April

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"Spectrum: Unveiling the Colors of Science, Art, and Nature" Step into a world where science meets art and nature reveals its true colors. The concept has fascinated humanity for centuries, unraveling secrets that span from the depths of space to the intricate patterns found in fractals. Let us embark on a captivating journey through time and knowledge. In 1954, the mass spectrometer emerged as a groundbreaking invention, enabling scientists to analyze matter with unprecedented precision. Its arrival marked a turning point in scientific research, unlocking new realms of understanding. Meanwhile, back in 1908, an ingenious paint chart was introduced - an innovative tool that revolutionized color selection for artists worldwide. This humble creation empowered painters to explore endless possibilities on their canvases. Speaking of colors, Robert Arthur Wilson's color wheel became an iconic symbol in artistic circles. With its harmonious arrangement of hues and shades, it provided guidance for countless creators seeking aesthetic perfection. But let us not forget about the stars above; they too have their own spectral tales to tell. Diagrams showcasing stellar classes and luminosity remind us how Sir Isaac Newton's pioneering work paved the way for our comprehension of light's behavior. Delving deeper into this realm is H-He-Hg emission spectra C017/7260 – a mesmerizing sight that captures elements emitting distinct wavelengths when energized. It serves as a testament to mankind's ability to decipher nature's language through scientific instruments. James Clerk Maxwell enters our narrative next – his caricature representing his significant contributions to electromagnetic theory. His profound insights laid the foundation for comprehending light as part of a larger electromagnetic spectrum. The spectroscope by Bunsen and Kirchhoff takes center stage next; dating back to around 1860 but published later in 1880 – it allowed scientists unparalleled glimpses into unseen worlds by analyzing light emitted or absorbed by various substances. Venturing beyond traditional boundaries brings us to the captivating Mandelbrot fractals.