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“Weight is caused by one element being situated in another; and it moves by the shortest line towards its centre, not by its own choice, not because the centre draws it to itself, but because the other intervening element cannot withstand it.” quote by Leonardo da Vinci
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“Weight is caused by one element being situated in another; and it moves by the shortest line towards its centre, not by its own choice, not because the centre draws it to itself, but because the other intervening element cannot withstand it.”

Leonardo da Vinci

About This Quote

Source Manuscript: Codex Leicester, 1508

Weight results from one element being forced into another, moving toward the center by the shortest path, not by choice.

In simple terms: Weight is forced movement toward a center.

Key Takeaway

Recognize forces that compel motion without choice.

Themes

physics philosophy biology

Mood

analytical inquisitive

Type

scientific philosophical

When to use this quote

  • engineering
  • physics education
  • design
  • health science

Key Concepts

gravity force interaction vector motion

Questions to Reflect On

  • What forces shape your decisions?
  • How does recognizing forced motion affect your actions?
A Different Perspective

Simplifies complex forces; may overlook quantum effects.

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