Loránd Eötvös
Hungarian physicist and Minister of Education
Born
July 27th, 1848
176 years ago
Died
April 8th, 1919
106 years ago — 70 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Hungary
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Significant contributions were made to physics, particularly in the study of gravity and the gravimetric measurement of Earth's gravitational field. Served as Minister of Education in Hungary. Held academic positions, including at the University of Budapest. Conducted research that advanced understanding of physical phenomena and developed instruments for measuring gravitational force. Published numerous scientific papers and developed the Eötvös experiment, enhancing the measurement of surface tension.
Developed the Eötvös experiment
Served as Hungarian Minister of Education
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