Lord Kelvin
Lord Kelvin, born William Thomson in 1824, was a prominent British physicist and engineer known for his significant contributions to thermodynamics and the establishment of the absolute temperature scale, now known as the Kelvin scale. He played a crucial role in the development of the second law of thermodynamics and was instrumental in the advancement of electrical engineering. Kelvin's work laid the foundation for modern physics, and he is remembered as one of the leading scientists of the Victorian era. His legacy continues to influence various fields, including physics, engineering, and even climate science.
Born on Jun 26, 1824 (200 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Israel | 1 | 5.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 9,216,900 | 3,653 | $400,000 | 159$ |
| Totals | 1 | 9,216,900 | 3,653 | $400,000 | 159$ |
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Lord Kelvin believed that humanity had nearly deciphered all the laws of nature.
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Lord Kelvin is buried at Westminster Abbey among British kings and great scientists.
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