Hans Christian Ørsted
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Hans Christian Ørsted was a prominent Danish physicist and chemist, most renowned for discovering the relationship between electricity and magnetism, which laid the groundwork for the field of electromagnetism. His groundbreaking experiment in 1820 demonstrated that an electric current could influence a magnetic compass, marking a significant advancement in scientific understanding. Ørsted's work not only contributed to physics but also resonated within the realms of philosophy and natural sciences, where he sought to unify the principles of nature.
Nazionalità
Danese
Data di nascita
August 14, 1777
Luogo di nascita
Radsted, Sjaelland, Denmark
Data di morte
March 9, 1851
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