Thomas Young
Thomas Young (13 June 1773 – 10 May 1829) was an English polymath. Young made important scientific contributions to many fields. His most famous work is on the wave theory of light. He also did good work to the fields of vision, solid mechanics, energy, physiology, language, musical harmony, and Egyptology. Among others, William Herschel, Hermann von Helmholtz, James Clerk Maxwell and Albert Einstein have praised Young's work.
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| Born | 13 June 1773 Milverton, Somerset, England |
| Died | 10 May 1829 (aged 55) |
| Known for | Wave theory of light Double-slit experiment Astigmatism Young–Helmholtz theory Young temperament Young's Modulus |
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| Fields | Physics Physiology Egyptology |
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