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Physicist, born on June 26, 1824, and died on December 17, 1907. Known for his contributions to thermodynamics and the invention of the thermodynamic thermometer.

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“All of science can be divided into physics and stamp-collecting.”

Physics Divided Stamps Collecting Stamp Collecting

Author:Lord Kelvin

“Fourier's theorem is not only one of the most beautiful results of modern analysis, but it may be said to furnish an indispensable instrument in the treatment of nearly every recondite question in modern physics.”

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Book:Elements of Natural Philosophy

Source: Elements of Natural Philosophy

“In science there is only physics; all the rest is stamp collecting.”

Science Physics Stamps Collecting Stamp Collecting

Author:Lord Kelvin

“Heavier-than-air flying machines are impossible.”

“There is nothing new to be discovered in physics now. All that remains is more and more precise measurement.”

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Author:Lord Kelvin

About the Author

Born: June 26, 1824
Died: December 17, 1907
Known for: Physicist
Quotes: 62

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