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“The electron, as it leaves the atom, crystallises out of Schrodinger's mist like a genie emerging from his bottle.”

Quote by Arthur Eddington

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Arthur Eddington

Arthur Eddington was a distinguished British astronomer recognized for his contributions to astrophysics and cosmology. He is particularly renowned for his observations during the 1919 solar eclipse, which validated Einstein's theory of general relativity. Eddington's legacy in astronomy has significantly advanced our comprehension of the cosmos. more

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