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“We may as well cut out group theory. That is a subject that will never be of any use in physics.”

Quote by James Jeans

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James Jeans was an influential British physicist known for his contributions to astrophysics and cosmology. His research encompassed stellar structure and the origins of the universe, having a profound impact on modern physics. more

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