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Photographic Print : William Nicholson and Anthony Carlisle
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William Nicholson and Anthony Carlisle
William Nicholson (1753-1815) English physicist and inventor and Anthony Carlisle (1768-1840), English surgeon. In 1800 Nicholson made the first Voltaic Pile constructed in England which he and Carlisle used for their experiments.They took a small tube, mounted vertically, filled with water then sealed, into which at either end was inserted a platinum wire connected to one of the two battery terminals. As the tips of the wires were gradually advanced towards each other they observed that a stream of bubbles was produced from each tip, one found to be of oxygen, the other hydrogen. The electric current decomposed the water into the two gases of which it is made. Nicholson and Carlisle had discovered electrolysis from which developed the science of electrochemistry. Three sources of electricity are shown, the Voltaic Pile, a frictional electrical generator and two Leyden Jars
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1800 Electric Current Electrochemistry Electrolysis Hydrogen Inventor Nicholson Oxygen Physicist Surgeon Voltaic Pile Carlisle William Nicholson
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Bring a piece of scientific history into your home with our Media Storehouse Photographic Prints. This captivating image features the pioneering figures of English science, William Nicholson and Anthony Carlisle. Known for his groundbreaking work in electricity, Nicholson constructed the first Voltaic Pile in England in 1800. Accompanied by renowned surgeon Anthony Carlisle, their collaboration led to significant advancements in the field. Relive the intrigue of scientific discovery with this stunning, high-quality print, a must-have for any enthusiast of history or science.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the brilliant minds of William Nicholson and Anthony Carlisle, two influential figures in the field of science during the 19th century. In 1800, Nicholson accomplished a remarkable feat by constructing England's first Voltaic Pile, an early form of battery. Together with Carlisle, they embarked on a series of groundbreaking experiments using this invention. The image showcases three distinct sources of electricity that played pivotal roles in their research. The Voltaic Pile takes center stage, representing their revolutionary creation. Adjacent to it is a frictional electrical generator, symbolizing another source of power harnessed for experimentation. Additionally, two Leyden Jars are displayed; these devices were used to store static electricity. Their most significant discovery came through observing the effects of electric current on water within a sealed tube filled with water. As platinum wires connected to the battery terminals were gradually brought together inside this apparatus, streams of bubbles emerged from each tip – one releasing oxygen and the other hydrogen gas. This phenomenon marked their monumental breakthrough: electrolysis - which laid the foundation for electrochemistry as we know it today. This awe-inspiring photograph not only immortalizes Nicholson and Carlisle but also serves as a testament to their pioneering work that forever changed our understanding of electricity and chemical reactions.
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