Torricelli

Torricelli is a term that can refer to several different concepts and individuals, all of which are related to the field of physics and mathematics. The most common use of the term is in reference to Evangelista Torricelli, an Italian physicist and mathematician who is most famous for his invention of the barometer.

Evangelista Torricelli

Evangelista Torricelli (1608 – 1647) was an Italian physicist and mathematician, best known for his invention of the barometer. Torricelli served as a secretary to Galileo Galilei, who was a significant influence on his scientific work. Torricelli's work in the field of vacuum and atmospheric pressure led to the development of the first mercury barometer, a tool that is still used today to measure atmospheric pressure.

Torricelli's Law

Torricelli's Law is a physics principle that describes the speed of a fluid flowing out of an orifice under the force of gravity. The law states that the speed of the fluid is directly proportional to the square root of the height of the fluid above the orifice. This principle is used in a variety of applications, including in the design of hydraulic systems and in the study of fluid dynamics.

Torricelli's Trumpet

Torricelli's Trumpet, also known as Gabriel's Horn, is a geometric figure that has infinite surface area but finite volume. This paradoxical property has been the subject of much discussion in the field of calculus and has been used to illustrate the concept of infinite series.

Torricelli Point

In geometry, the Torricelli Point is the point in a triangle that minimizes the total distance to the three vertices. It is named after Evangelista Torricelli, who discovered this property while studying the properties of triangles.

See also

• Barometer
• Fluid dynamics
• Infinite series
• Geometry