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XEE4140620: Electrical phenomena: self induction. Suppose a tank higher than a tap and let the water flow occur, then shut down abruptly. The movement of the water will continue for a few moments in the pipe and produce a jet of water whose top will exceed the water level in the tank. Anonymous illustration from 1925. Private collection., Anonymous / Bridgeman Images
XEE4140785: Inauguration of the Sardinian monument by Vincenzo Vela (1820-1891), at the Chateau Square in Turin (Italy) on 10 April 1859. Behind the statue is the “Palazzo Madama”. Based on Mr. Ferry's sketches. Engraving in “” Le Monde Illustré”” n°106 of 23 April 1859., French School, (19th century) / Bridgeman Images