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Barometers used for experiments at the Accademia del Cimento c1666. Closed tube with mercury
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Date: 28th March 2014
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Barometers used for experiments at the Accademia del Cimento c1666. Closed tube with mercury
Barometers used for experiments at the Accademia del Cimento c1666. Closed tube with mercury (left) and double water barometer (right). From Saggi de naturali esperienze fatte nell Accademia del Cimento, 2nd edition. (Florence, 1691). Engraving
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1691 Barometer Closed Double Edition Experiments Florence Instrument Left Measurement Mercury Meteorology Science Scientific Tube Accademia Barometers Naturali Nell
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases two barometers used for experiments at the Accademia del Cimento in Florence, circa 1666. The left side of the image features a closed tube barometer filled with mercury, while on the right stands a double water barometer. Both instruments were crucial in advancing scientific knowledge and understanding during this period. The engraving beautifully captures the intricate details of these scientific marvels. The closed tube barometer, with its column of mercury, demonstrates how changes in atmospheric pressure affect its height. This instrument played a vital role in meteorology and weather forecasting. On the other hand, the double water barometer is an intriguing contraption that utilizes two columns of water to measure atmospheric pressure variations. Its design allowed for more precise measurements and furthered experimentation within the field of natural sciences. Published as part of "Saggi de naturali esperienze fatte nell Accademia del Cimento" in 1691, this engraving serves as a testament to both human curiosity and ingenuity. It symbolizes our relentless pursuit of knowledge through scientific exploration. As we gaze upon this historical artifact from centuries past, we are reminded of how far we have come in our understanding of measurement techniques and their significance within various disciplines such as meteorology and physics.
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