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Philipp Lenard

Definition:

Philipp Lenard was a German physicist known for his work on cathode rays and the kinetic theory of gases. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1905.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun

Senses:

1. Sense 1:

   A German physicist famous for his investigations on cathode rays and contributions to the kinetic theory of gases.

   Sample Sentence:

   Philipp Lenard's experiments on cathode rays provided important insights into the behavior of electrons in vacuum tubes.

Usage:

• Philipp Lenard's research greatly influenced the field of physics in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
• Many scientific discoveries and advancements in cathode rays can be attributed to Philipp Lenard's dedicated work.

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