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Michael Faraday (1791-1867). British physicist and chemist
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Michael Faraday (1791-1867). British physicist and chemist
Michael Faraday (1791-1867). British physicist and chemist. Colored engraving
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Michael Faraday (1791-1867): A Pioneering Figure in the Realm of Electromagnetism and Chemistry This colored engraving showcases the portrait of Michael Faraday, a British physicist and chemist, born on September 21, 1791, in Newington Butts, Surrey, England. Faraday's groundbreaking discoveries in the fields of electromagnetism and electrochemistry have left an indelible mark on the scientific world. Faraday's humble beginnings belied his extraordinary intellect. Orphaned at a young age, he received little formal education but was fortunate enough to attend a series of lectures at the Surrey Institution, which sparked his lifelong passion for science. He joined the Royal Institution as a laboratory assistant in 1813 and quickly rose through the ranks, eventually becoming the director in 1833. Faraday's most notable contributions to science include his work on diamagnetism, electrochemistry, electrolysis, electromagnetic induction, and electromagnetism. His experiments on electromagnetic rotation laid the foundation for Maxwell's electromagnetic theory. In the realm of chemistry, Faraday introduced the concept of "Faraday constant," which describes the relationship between the amount of a substance released during a chemical reaction and the quantity of electric charge involved. This evocative image, a testament to the 19th-century scientific spirit, captures the essence of Faraday's brilliance and his enduring legacy. His pioneering work continues to influence contemporary scientific research, making him a revered figure in the history of science, particularly in Europe and the United Kingdom.
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