1973 Bubble Chamber-CERN-EX-23296

Capturing particle interactions, the 1973 Bubble Chamber photograph impacted a new era in both scientific and artistic visualization.

The 1973 photograph from the CERN Bubble Chamber not only documented a physical phenomenon but also extended the reach of photographic capability into the realm of the invisible. It provided the first vivid visual proof of subatomic particles, entities whose existence had previously been confined to theoretical physics.

Employing specialized photographic techniques, the bubble chamber captured fleeting subatomic interactions within a super-heated liquid hydrogen environment. By utilizing strong magnetic fields and strategic multi-angle camera setups, it detailed the intricate paths of these particles, revealing their mysterious and transient nature through visible bubble-formed tracks. The impact of this pioneering photographic approach resonated beyond its initial scientific purpose, shifting its role from mere observation to unveiling the unseen microscopic intricacies of the universe.

Credit: © 1973-2024 CERN
Author: Unknown
Title: Bubble chamber: Omega production and decay
Date: circa. 1973
Archive: CERN
Source: CERN
Original file: 1538 x 1021 pixels, file size: 4.49 MB
Description: Experiments and Tracks, Original ref.: 23296
Available information: This image is taken from one of CERN’s bubble chambers and shows the decay of a positive kaon in flight.

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