J. J. Thomson Dies: Electron Discoverer Who Revolutionized Physics
J. J. Thomson left behind the discovery of the electron, a finding that overturned the ancient belief that atoms were indivisible and launched the entire field of subatomic physics. His Cavendish Laboratory at Cambridge became the world's foremost training ground for physicists, producing seven Nobel laureates including his own son.
August 30, 1940
86 years ago
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