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Atoms of which things are made

Sir William Braggs experiments in his opening lecture, concerning the Nature of Things delivered at the Royal Institution. Date: 1924

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This photograph captures the essence of Sir William Henry Bragg's groundbreaking experiments during his opening lecture, titled "The Nature of Things," delivered at the esteemed Royal Institution in London on January 14, 1924. Sir William Bragg, a renowned Australian-born British physicist and X-ray crystallographer, is depicted in the image as he meticulously observes the motion of atoms using floating magnets and a glass plate. The experiment, which revolutionized the scientific community, demonstrated the wave nature of X-rays and provided crucial evidence for the existence of crystalline structures at the atomic level. The 1920s, a decade marked by significant scientific and technological advancements, saw Sir William Bragg's work on X-ray crystallography earn him the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1915, alongside his son, William Lawrence Bragg. Bragg's pioneering research paved the way for a deeper understanding of the atomic structure of various elements and compounds, opening new doors for scientific exploration and laying the foundation for modern chemistry and materials science. In this photograph, the mesmerizing dance of atoms is brought to life through the delicate interplay of magnets and X-rays, offering a glimpse into the microscopic world that lies beneath the surface of our everyday reality. The image stands as a testament to the power of curiosity, innovation, and the human spirit, inspiring generations of scientists and thinkers to push the boundaries of knowledge and explore the wonders of the universe.

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