Spectrum Collection (#9)

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

Rainbow over hedgerow, trees and farmland, North Cornwall, England, August

High-pressure sodium lamp

Differently coloured strips of litmus paper illustrating the acid to alkali spectrum in liquids, close up

Prism refracting light on glass triangle

Light beam through glass of water and colour spectrum on black shadow

Replica of Newtons colour wheel, 17th century

Continuous spectrum caused by white light passing through lens

Row of stones illustrating spectrum of formation sizes, from small stones to sand grains, close up

Rays of different coloured lights merging together on a black background

Balloon Flights of Glaisher and Coxwell
James Glaisher (1809-1903), an English meteorologist and aeronaut, on the left, with Henry Tracey Coxwell (1819-1900), a professional balloonist, on the right

Visible light spectrum, artwork C016 / 9846
Visible light spectrum. Computer artwork showing the visible light section of the electromagnetic spectrum. Wavelength increases from top to bottom

Visible light spectrum, artwork C016 / 9849
Visible light spectrum. Computer artwork showing the visible light section of the electromagnetic spectrum. Wavelength increases from top to bottom

Visible light spectrum, artwork C016 / 9847
Visible light spectrum. Computer artwork showing the visible light section of the electromagnetic spectrum. Wavelength increases from top to bottom

Microscope Optics and Mirror Diagrams C017 / 3456
Plate from 18th century encyclopedia showing illustrations of microscope optics and apparatus. Several technical innovations make microscopes better and easier to handle

Visible light spectrum, artwork C016 / 9848
Visible light spectrum. Computer artwork showing the visible light section of the electromagnetic spectrum. Wavelength increases from top to bottom

Light Physics Diagrams and Instruments. C017 / 3472
Plate from 18th century encyclopedia showing light physics diagrams and instruments. Included are illustrations showing the splitting of white light into the colours of the spectrum

Reflaction and Telescope Optics C017 / 3507
Plate from 18th century encyclopedia showing diagrams of telescope optics, and light raypaths through prisms and lenses to the eye

Visible light spectrum, artwork C016 / 9845
Visible light spectrum. Computer artwork showing the visible light section of the electromagnetic spectrum. Wavelength increases from top to bottom

Creativity, conceptual artwork F006 / 3863
Creativity, conceptual computer artwork

Eye retina F008 / 0713
The retina, inside the eye, contains a light-sensitive membranous layer of cells. These are specialized nerve cells: elongated rods (flower like shapes) and cone-tipped cells, that produce vision

Matter transportation F007 / 9896
Matter transportation. Conceptual computer artwork of a human figure, representing a possible method of matter transportation

Eye retina, rod and cone F008 / 0719
The retina, inside the eye, contains a light-sensitive membranous layer of cells. These are specialized nerve cells: elongated rods (flower like shape) and cone-tipped cells, that produce vision

Eye retina F008 / 0714
The retina, inside the eye, contains a light-sensitive membranous layer of cells. These are specialized nerve cells: elongated rods (flower like shapes) and cone-tipped cells, that produce vision

Eye retina F008 / 0712
The retina, inside the eye, contains a light-sensitive membranous layer of cells. These are specialized nerve cells: elongated rods (flower like shapes) and cone-tipped cells, that produce vision

Eye retina F008 / 0715
The retina, inside the eye, contains a light-sensitive membranous layer of cells. These are specialized nerve cells: elongated rods (flower like shapes) and cone-tipped cells, that produce vision

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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.