Tuesday, September 22, 2009

Meandering in theory . . .

Today is the birthday of Michael Faraday (September 22, 1791 – August 25, 1867), chemist and physicist. He is oft referred to as the greatest experimental scientist in history, best known for his study of electromagnetism and electrochemistry.

"Nothing is too wonderful to be true, if it be consistent with the laws of nature." - Michael Faraday

"The five essential entrepreneurial skills for success are concentration, discrimination, organization, innovation and communication." - Michael Faraday

"There is no more open door by which you can enter into the study of natural philosophy than by considering the physical phenomena of a candle." - Michael Faraday

"The important thing is to know how to take all things quietly." - Michael Faraday

"Regarding the hereafter, "Speculations? I have none. I am resting on certainties." - Michael Faraday

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