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E. Rutherford and his wife at Trinity College
The New Zealand born physicist Sir Ernest Rutherford (1871-1937) and his wife Mary Newton at Trinity College in Cambridge (1921). He identified three types of radiations produced by radioactive decay which he called alpha, beta and gamma rays. He later proved that alpha rays were helium nuclei. In 1911 he elaborated a model in which the positive charge of the atom (protons) was concentrated in a very small region, the nucleus. He also showed that the structure of an atom could be changed (nuclear transmutation) by bombarding it with alpha particles. He is considered to be the father of nuclear physics and in 1908 he was awarded the Nobel Prize for chemistry
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Bring the rich history of science into your home with our exquisite Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image features the legendary physicist, Sir Ernest Rutherford, and his wife Mary Newton, at Trinity College in Cambridge (1921). Born in New Zealand, Rutherford is renowned for his groundbreaking work on the structure of the atom, which earned him the 1908 Nobel Prize in Chemistry. Add this stunning print to your collection and celebrate the beauty of scientific discovery.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this photo print, we catch a glimpse of the brilliant physicist Sir Ernest Rutherford and his wife Mary Newton during their time at Trinity College in Cambridge back in 1921. Known for his groundbreaking discoveries, Rutherford identified three types of radiation resulting from radioactive decay: alpha, beta, and gamma rays. It was through his meticulous research that he unveiled that alpha rays were actually helium nuclei. The year 1911 marked a significant milestone in Rutherford's career when he presented an atomic model proposing that the positive charge within an atom resided in a minuscule space called the nucleus. This revolutionary theory forever changed our understanding of atomic structure. Moreover, Rutherford demonstrated how bombarding atoms with alpha particles could alter their composition through nuclear transmutation. Recognized as the father of nuclear physics, Sir Ernest Rutherford received numerous accolades for his contributions to science. In particular, he was honored with the Nobel Prize for Chemistry in 1908—a testament to his exceptional intellect and unwavering dedication to unraveling nature's mysteries. This extraordinary portrait captures not only the essence of a pioneering scientist but also showcases the love shared between him and his wife amidst their academic pursuits. As we gaze upon this image captured by Science Photo Library, we are reminded of Rutherford's indelible mark on history and how his work continues to shape our world today.
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