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James Clerk Maxwell

James Clerk Maxwell. 1831-1879. Early Life 1831-1847. Maxwell was always recognized as a smart one Always curious Taught by mother and tutor before school. Edinburgh Academy . He was very successful in math and english Not recognized by the school for his genius till 13

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James Clerk Maxwell

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  1. James Clerk Maxwell 1831-1879

  2. Early Life 1831-1847 • Maxwell was always recognized as a smart one • Always curious • Taught by mother and tutor before school

  3. Edinburgh Academy • He was very successful in math and english • Not recognized by the school for his genius till 13 • At 14 wrote paper on ellipses and curves. At 18 wrote a couple more about assorted things- never was allowed to present or be credited with ideas

  4. Edinburgh University 1847-50 • Learned some physics and natural philosophy • Had lots of free time for self interests and projects. • Worked a lot with light

  5. Cambridge 1850-6 • Math degree from Trinity • Worked a lot on color- found red green and blue light combined make white light.

  6. Aberdeen University 1856-60 • Did work on Saturn’s rings. Won Adams prize. • Only one who even made headway • Was confirmed as correct by Voyager

  7. Kings College 1860-5 • Did most of his work on electromagnetism: • Unification of light electricity and magnetism • Displacement current • Electromagnetic induction • Polarization of light • Etc.

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