Quote by: Leon Foucault

The phenomenon develops calmly, but it is invisible, unstoppable. One feels, one sees it born and grow steadily; and it is not in one's power to either hasten or slow it down.


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Author Bio


  • NameLeon Foucault
  • DescriptionFrench physicist
  • AliasesJean Bernard Léon Foucault
  • BornSeptember 18, 1819
  • DiedFebruary 11, 1868
  • CountryFrance
  • ProfessionPhysicist; Astronomer
  • AwardsCopley Medal