Heinrich Hertz

Physics German 1857 – 1894 500 quotes

First to prove existence of electromagnetic waves

Quotes by Heinrich Hertz

The soul of science is eternal questioning.

Letter 1892

Standing waves form between reflecting surfaces.

Scientific Paper 1888

Health is the greatest wealth for a scientist.

Personal Note 1893

The induction coil generates high voltages for sparks.

Lecture 1887

Every theory must face the tribunal of experiment.

Speech 1886

Diffraction of electric waves mirrors that of light.

Electric Waves 1890

The mind expands with each new insight.

Correspondence 1889

Frequency and wavelength are inversely related.

Scientific Paper 1888

Science unites humanity in common pursuit.

Lecture 1891

The receiver tunes to the transmitter's frequency.

Experimental Report 1889

Rest is necessary to fuel creative thought.

Personal Reflection 1885

Maxwell's displacement current completes the picture.

Letter to Helmholtz 1887

The unknown beckons the brave explorer.

Journal 1892

Electric oscillations sustain the wave train.

Electric Waves 1888

Friendship among scientists enriches the soul.

Correspondence 1886

The phase velocity equals the group velocity in vacuum.

Scientific Paper 1890

Legacy is built on solid foundations of truth.

Speech Excerpt 1893

Absorption of waves depends on the medium's properties.

Lecture 1889

The heart of invention is persistent effort.

Personal Note 1884

Hertzian waves bridge the gap between theory and practice.

Interview 1888