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John Desmond Bernal was a prominent physicist, born on May 10, 1901, and died on September 15, 1971. He made significant contributions to quantum mechanics and solid-state physics.

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“A part of sexuality may go to research, and a much larger part must lead to aesthetic creation. The art of the future will, because of the very opportunities and materials it will have at its command, need an infinitely stronger formative impulse than it does now.”

Needs May Doe Art Opportunity Creation Materials Research Stronger Sexuality Command Impulse Aesthetic

Author:John Desmond Bernal

“All that glitters may not be gold, but at least it contains free electrons.”

May Gold Chemistry Glitter Electrons

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“Published papers may omit important steps and the memory of men of science, even the greatest, is sadly fallible.”

Men May Important Science Memories Steps Paper Papers Publication

Book:Science and Industry in the Nineteenth Century

Source: Science and Industry in the Nineteenth Century

About the Author

Born: May 10, 1901
Died: September 15, 1971
Known for: Physicist
Quotes: 39

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