| Reference number | CLP/20/9/3 |
| Alternative reference number | CLP/20/9 p2 |
| Level | Item |
| Title | Diagram, Instrument to measure water pressure by Robert Hooke |
| Date | 14 January 1663 |
| Description | Figures showing an experimental apparatus designed by Robert Hooke to test water pressure after heavier or lighter objects have been submerged. Shows a pair of scales with a weight on one side, and on the other side a container of water with a ball-shaped object in it. Hooke's experiment was read to the meeting of the Royal Society on 14 January 1663.
Subject: Physics |
| Extent | 1p |
| Format | Diagram |
| Physical description | Ink on paper |
| Access status | Open |
| Related records in the catalogue | CLP/20/9/2 |
| CLP/20/9 |
| CLP/20/9/1 |
Fellows associated with this archive
| Code | Name | Dates |
| NA8242 | Hooke; Robert (1635 - 1703); natural philosopher | 1635 - 1703 |