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Lord Rayleigh
JOHN WILLIAM STRUTT, third baron RAYLEIGH scientist Date: 1842 - 1919
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1842 Baron Rayleigh Scientist Strutt 1919
6"x4" (15x10cm) Acrylic Blox
Your photographic print is held in place by magnets and a micro thin sheet of metal covering the back of a 20mm piece of clear acrylic. Your print is held in place with magnets so can easily be replaced if needed.
Streamlined, one sided modern and attractive table top print
Estimated Product Size is 10.2cm x 15.2cm (4" x 6")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "Lord Rayleigh, the Noble Scientist: A Pioneer in the Realm of Physics and Chemistry" Lord Rayleigh, born as John William Strutt on November 12, 1842, in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire, England, was a renowned scientist who made significant contributions to the fields of physics and chemistry. This photograph captures the essence of his distinguished character and intellectual brilliance. Rayleigh's scientific pursuits began at a young age, and he was educated at Trinity College, Cambridge, where he studied mathematics and physics. In 1867, he was appointed as an assistant at the Cavendish Laboratory, working under the esteemed physicist James Clerk Maxwell. It was during this time that he made his first major discovery: the scattering of light by particles smaller than the wavelength of light, a phenomenon now known as Rayleigh scattering. Lord Rayleigh's groundbreaking research extended beyond optics. He also made significant contributions to the understanding of sound waves, the behavior of gases, and the properties of crystals. In 1895, he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics for his work on the scattering of light and the discovery of argon in the Earth's atmosphere. Despite his numerous scientific accomplishments, Lord Rayleigh remained humble and dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge. He was knighted in 1884 and later elevated to the peerage as Baron Rayleigh in 1895. This photograph, taken in the late 19th century, captures the wisdom and intensity of a man who dedicated his life to unraveling the mysteries of the natural world. Lord Rayleigh's legacy continues to inspire scientists and researchers around the world. His pioneering work in optics, acoustics, and gas dynamics laid the foundation for future discoveries and advancements in these fields. This photograph serves as a testament to his enduring impact on the scientific community and the human spirit of curiosity and exploration.
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