A Drop in the Ocean C016 / 6368
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A Drop in the Ocean C016 / 6368
Water drop falling into the ocean. The phrase a drop in the ocean is a common metaphor for a very small amount in comparison to the amount that is needed. A hundred thousand may seem a lot but its a drop in the ocean compared to the millions that need to be spent". A phrase often used to discount the potency of homeopathic medicines. The water drop is held in a roughly spherical shape by surface tension. Surface tension is responsible for the shape of liquid droplets. Although easily deformed, droplets of water tend to be pulled into a spherical shape by the cohesive forces of the surface layer. In the absence of other forces, including gravity, drops of virtually all liquids would be perfectly spherical. The spherical shape minimizes the necessary " wall tension" of the surface layer according to Laplaces law. Photographed with high speed flash."
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Blue Drip Droplet Falling Gravity High Speed Flash Homeopathic Homeopathy Horizon Liquid Reflection Refraction Ripples Spherical Splash Surface Tension Water Drop Laplace
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print titled "A Drop in the Ocean" captures a mesmerizing moment as a single water drop falls gracefully into the vast expanse of the ocean. The phrase "a drop in the ocean" takes on new meaning, symbolizing a minuscule amount compared to what is truly needed. It serves as a reminder of our limited impact when faced with monumental challenges. The perfectly spherical shape of the water droplet, maintained by surface tension, showcases nature's remarkable forces at play. Surface tension shapes liquid droplets and pulls them into this harmonious form. In an ideal world without external influences like gravity, all drops would be flawlessly round. Laplace's law explains how this spherical shape minimizes wall tension within the surface layer. This stunning photograph was captured using high-speed flash photography, freezing time and allowing us to appreciate every detail - from the reflection and refraction to the ripples created upon impact. Beyond its scientific significance, this image also draws parallels with homeopathy - where skeptics often dismiss its potency by referring to it as merely "a drop in the ocean". However, just like this solitary droplet can create ripples across calm waters, even seemingly small actions or remedies can have profound effects. David Parker's skillful lens has immortalized this extraordinary moment that reminds us of both our limitations and potential for change in an ever-expanding world.
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