Sir George Stokes

Physicist, mathematician, and politician

Sir George Stokes - Physicist, mathematician, and politician
Born

August 13th, 1819
205 years ago

Died

February 1st, 1903
122 years ago — 83 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United Kingdom

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Contributed significantly to fluid dynamics and optics. Developed Stokes' theorem, fundamental in vector calculus. Served as the Lucasian Professor of Mathematics at Cambridge University. Contributed to the understanding of viscosity and the behavior of particles in fluid environments. Also engaged in public service and politics, holding various positions, including Member of Parliament.

Developed Stokes' theorem

Explained the phenomenon of Stokes' law

Served as Lucasian Professor of Mathematics

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