The Discovery of the Electron

This well-organized, attractive site is packed with information. The exhibit has six main sections: Exhibit Home, J. J. Thomson, Mysterious Rays, 1897 Experiments, Corpuscles to Electrons, and Legacy for Today. It's up to you how in-depth you want to go. You can read just the text or click on links and images for more information. Links to related sites and a suggested reading list are available for more research. This site offers a real-life example of the scientific method and its results.

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Center for History of Physics, American Institute of Physics

Physics

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