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Lecture on Stephen Grays discoveries in electricity
A lecture at the Charterhouse, London on Stephen Grays discoveries in electricity. In the early eighteenth century, Gray demonstrated that charges of electricity could be conducted by some materials for distances as great as 765 feet, while others did not conduct electricity at all. Eventually, he was able to send charges through 88 metres of wire suspended on silken threads to operate an electroscope - an instrument used to detect static electricity. By sending an electrical signal from one place to another, Gray established the basic principle of the electric telegraph
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1874 21st Basic Charges Charter House Conduct Conducted Demonstrated Detect Discoveries Distances Eighteenth Electric Electrical Electricity Established Eventually Feet Gray Instrument Lecture Materials Metres Operate Principle S End Sending Signal Silken Static Stephen Suspended Telegraph Threads Wire Electroscope
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of historic photographic prints, featuring this captivating image of "A Lecture on Stephen Gray's Discoveries in Electricity," rights managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative 18th century scene transports us back in time to the Charterhouse in London, where renowned scientist Stephen Gray made groundbreaking discoveries in the realm of electricity. Witness the thrill of scientific discovery as Gray demonstrates the conductivity of electricity through various materials, revolutionizing our understanding of this mysterious force. Add an air of intellectual sophistication to your space with this stunning, high-quality photographic print.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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This historical print captures a lecture at the Charterhouse in London on Stephen Gray's groundbreaking discoveries in electricity during the early eighteenth century. Gray's experiments demonstrated that charges of electricity could be conducted by certain materials for impressive distances, up to 765 feet, while others did not conduct electricity at all. Through his meticulous research, he was able to send charges through 88 meters of wire suspended on silken threads to operate an electroscope - an instrument used to detect static electricity.
Gray's work laid the foundation for the development of the electric telegraph and established the basic principle of sending electrical signals from one place to another. His contributions were instrumental in shaping our understanding of electricity and its applications in modern technology.
As we look back on this important moment in history, we are reminded of the significance of Gray's experiments and their lasting impact on scientific progress. This print serves as a reminder of how one man's curiosity and dedication can lead to groundbreaking discoveries that shape the course of history.
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