James C. Maxwell Quotes

A collection of quotes by James C. Maxwell.

James C. Maxwell (1831-1879) was a Scottish physicist and mathematician known for his groundbreaking work in electromagnetic theory. His famous set of equations, now known as Maxwell's equations, defined the relationship between electricity, magnetism, and light. Maxwell's insights revolutionized our understanding of electromagnetism, laying the foundation for technologies like radio, television, and modern telecommunications. He also made significant contributions to statistical mechanics and thermodynamics. His work has had a profound and lasting impact on numerous scientific disciplines, making him one of the most influential scientists of all time.

In a few years, all great physical constants will have been

In a few years, all great physical constants will have been approximately estimated, and that the only occupation which will be left to men of science will be to carry these measurements to another place of decimals.

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All the mathematical sciences are founded on relations betwe

All the mathematical sciences are founded on relations between physical laws and laws of numbers, so that the aim of exact science is to reduce the problems of nature to the determination of quantities by operations with numbers.

James C. Maxwell

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