Heinrich Hertz

Physics German 1857 – 1894 500 quotes

First to prove existence of electromagnetic waves

Quotes by Heinrich Hertz

The theory of Maxwell is not merely a mathematical hypothesis, but a physical reality.

On the Relations Between Light and Electricity 1888

The ether is the seat of electromagnetic phenomena.

Electric Waves 1890

The properties of the ether are still largely unknown.

Electric Waves 1890

The propagation of electric waves through space is analogous to the propagation of light waves.

On the Relations Between Light and Electricity 1888

The experiments confirm the wave nature of light.

On the Relations Between Light and Electricity 1888

The velocity of electric waves is independent of the nature of the conductor.

On the Relations Between Light and Electricity 1888

The electric and magnetic forces are always perpendicular to each other and to the direction of propagation.

On the Relations Between Light and Electricity 1888

The energy of the electric waves is proportional to the square of the amplitude.

On the Relations Between Light and Electricity 1888

The experiments show that the electric and magnetic fields are not static, but dynamic.

On the Relations Between Light and Electricity 1888

The existence of electromagnetic waves opens up a new field of research.

On the Relations Between Light and Electricity 1888

The study of electric waves will lead to a deeper understanding of the nature of light.

On the Relations Between Light and Electricity 1888

The experiments provide a direct proof of Maxwell's theory.

On the Relations Between Light and Electricity 1888

The propagation of electric waves is a fundamental phenomenon of nature.

On the Relations Between Light and Electricity 1888

The ether is not a rigid body, but a medium capable of transmitting transverse vibrations.

Electric Waves 1890

The velocity of light is a universal constant.

On the Relations Between Light and Electricity 1888

The experiments demonstrate the unity of electric, magnetic, and optical phenomena.

On the Relations Between Light and Electricity 1888

The electromagnetic theory of light is now firmly established.

On the Relations Between Light and Electricity 1888

The existence of electromagnetic waves has profound implications for our understanding of the universe.

On the Relations Between Light and Electricity 1888

The experiments have opened up a new chapter in the history of physics.

On the Relations Between Light and Electricity 1888

The phenomena of electric resonance are of great importance for the understanding of electric oscillations.

On Electric Resonance 1887