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Faraday Michael. 1791--1867, English physicist and chemist who discovered electromagnetic induction, leading to the invention of the dynamo. He also carried out research into the principles of electrolysis faraday [′far·ə‚dā] (physics) The electric charge required to liberate 1 gram-equivalent of a substance by electrolysis; experimentally equal to 96,485.3415 ± 0.0039 coulombs. Also known as Faraday constant. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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on thoroughbred horses; lounges at the club; has to keep clear of crinoline vortices; gets its science done by Faraday, and its religion by the superior clergy who are to be met in the best houses,--how should it have time or need for belief and emphasis? |
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