Pendulum

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Léon Foucault, an amateur scientist, discovered a profound connection between the heavens and the Earth, similar to the insights of great thinkers like Newton and Galileo. His pivotal moment came in 1851 when he demonstrated the Earth's rotation using a pendulum in the Panthéon, revealing a groundbreaking truth about our planet's movement. This exploration of natural forces highlights Foucault's unique perspective and contributions to science, challenging the boundaries of traditional scientific training.