Quote by Evangelista Torricelli

We live submerged at the bottom of an ocean of the element air, which by unquestioned experiments is known to have weight.

We live submerged at the bottom of an ocean of the element a

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This quote emphasizes the idea that we are constantly surrounded by air, even though it may not be immediately apparent. It implies that air is not an intangible substance, but rather an element that possesses weight. Through experiments and observations, it has been established that air has a mass, which prompts us to acknowledge its presence and impact on our lives, despite the air being invisible and often taken for granted.

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By Evangelista Torricelli

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