Crime scene investigation in 262 BC

The content describes the famous discovery of Archimedes' principle, which occurred when Archimedes, tasked with determining whether a gold crown was pure, discovered how to measure the volume of an irregular object by observing water displacement. The story explores how Archimedes' principle led to the execution of a goldsmith and ultimately cemented Archimedes' place in scientific history. The narrative highlights the historical context, the king's request, and Archimedes' "Eureka" moment that led to solving the mystery of the crown's purity.