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Tyndall's first statements on Di magnetism
At this period of time, Tyndall a year earlier got his PHD and started his research into diamagnetism. he presented a paper he wrote about his theory of diamagnetism to the British Association in Edinburgh -
First report of magnetism and dimagnetic polarity was created
Tyndall and Knoblauch teamed up to co authorize a report on "The magneto-optic properties of crystals, and the relation of magnetism and diamagnetism to molecular arrangement" (rigb.org 1).
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Tyndall's main scientific break through
Tyndall began to research on now thermal radiation can affect different gases and aerosols. Tyndall began experiments on 9 May 1859, using a electro-magnetic thermopile, designed by his counter part Macedonio Melloni. -
Tyndalls Effect
Tyndall extensive research lead him to the discovery of clear skies coloration's as well as the color of the suns rays at dawn and dusk are created. His discovery was lead to particles in the air being scattered by light, give off the coloration that lead to the Tyndall effect.
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Rumford Medal
Tyndall's studies of the transmission of infrared radiation through gases and vapors did much to clarify the nature of the absorption process and brought him the Rumford Medal.
https://biography.yourdictionary.com/john-tyndall
