Heinrich Hertz (Noun)
Meaning
German physicist who was the first to produce electromagnetic waves artificially (1857-1894).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- Heinrich Hertz confirmed James Clerk Maxwell's theory of electromagnetic waves through a series of experiments in the 1880s.
- As a young man, Heinrich Hertz studied at the University of Berlin where he began to develop an interest in physics.
- Heinrich Hertz successfully demonstrated the existence of radio waves, which led to a deeper understanding of the nature of light.
- The work of Heinrich Hertz laid the foundation for the development of modern communication systems, including radio and television.
- The unit of frequency, hertz, is named after Heinrich Hertz in recognition of his groundbreaking work in the field of electromagnetism.