Soap bubbles on a triangular prism frame
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Soap bubbles on a triangular prism frame
Soap bubbles on a triangular prism frame. Bubble films always attempt to occupy the minimum surface area when stretched between two lines, and they meet other films at straight lines. In this frame, a second bubble was blown into the part at bottom. The presence of this bubble has distorted its shape, which was previously tetrahedral (as at the top triangle). The internal pressure of the new bubble tries to force it into a spherical shape, but the frame bubbles constrain it in a tetrahedral form. The resulting geometry is a combination between these two extremes: a tetrahedral bubble with curved sides
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Bubble Bubbles Curved Effects Film Frame Geometry Liquid Mathematical Mathematics Physical Effect Pressure Soap Surface Area Surface Tension Physical Triangular Prism
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This print showcases the mesmerizing beauty of soap bubbles on a triangular prism frame. The delicate bubble films, always striving to occupy the minimum surface area when stretched between two lines, intersect with other films at straight lines. However, in this particular frame, an additional bubble has been blown into the bottom section, causing a distortion in its original tetrahedral shape seen at the top triangle. The introduction of this second bubble creates an intriguing interplay between internal pressure and external constraints. While the internal pressure urges it to assume a spherical form, the presence of the frame bubbles restricts it within a tetrahedral structure. As a result, we witness an extraordinary combination of these opposing forces - a tetrahedral bubble with gracefully curved sides. This image not only highlights the aesthetic appeal of soap bubbles but also offers insights into various scientific concepts. It exemplifies how physical effects such as surface tension and pressure can influence liquid geometry. Moreover, it demonstrates mathematical principles through its exploration of shapes and surfaces. Captured by Science Photo Library, this photograph serves as a reminder that even seemingly simple phenomena like soap bubbles possess intricate dynamics worth exploring and appreciating from both artistic and scientific perspectives.
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