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Hans Christian Oersted showing his friends the deviation of the magnetic needle under the influence of an electric current, 1820 (chromolitho)
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Hans Christian Oersted showing his friends the deviation of the magnetic needle under the influence of an electric current, 1820 (chromolitho)
1093305 Hans Christian Oersted showing his friends the deviation of the magnetic needle under the influence of an electric current, 1820 (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hans Christian Oersted showing his friends the deviation of the magnetic needle under the influence of an electric current, 1820. Liebig educational card.); © Look and Learn; European, out of copyright
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Danish Denmark Electricity Electromagnetism Experiment Liebig Magnetic Needle Physicist Physics Deflection Hans Christian Oersted
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In this chromolitho print, we are transported back to the year 1820, witnessing a momentous scientific discovery unfold before our eyes. The image depicts Hans Christian Oersted, a Danish scientist and physicist, surrounded by his intrigued friends as he demonstrates the deviation of a magnetic needle under the influence of an electric current. Oersted's groundbreaking experiment on electromagnetism revolutionized our understanding of the relationship between electricity and magnetism. As he carefully directs an electric current through a wire near the compass needle, its once steady alignment is visibly disrupted. This mesmerizing display serves as undeniable evidence that these two forces are intricately connected. The artist masterfully captures both the excitement and curiosity in Oersted's companions' faces as they witness this extraordinary phenomenon firsthand. Their expressions reflect their awe at witnessing such a significant scientific breakthrough unfold right before their very eyes. This chromolitho print not only celebrates Oersted's pioneering work but also serves as an educational tool for future generations. It was originally featured on Liebig educational cards, which aimed to disseminate knowledge across various subjects. Through this artwork, viewers can delve into the world of 19th-century science and appreciate how one man's ingenuity forever changed our understanding of physics and paved the way for countless technological advancements in electricity and magnetism that followed.
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