About Wilhelm Hallwachs
Lived 1859 – 1922 (aged 62). Wilhelm Hallwachs was a German physicist and university teacher, known for Photoelectric effect.
Wilhelm Ludwig Franz Hallwachs (9 July 1859 – 20 June 1922) was a German physicist.
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Who was Wilhelm Hallwachs?
physicist, photoelectric effect (1859-1922)
When was Wilhelm Hallwachs born?
Wilhelm Hallwachs was born on 9 July 1859 in Darmstadt.
When did Wilhelm Hallwachs die?
Wilhelm Hallwachs died on 20 June 1922 in Dresden.
What was Wilhelm Hallwachs's occupation?
Wilhelm Hallwachs was a physicist and university teacher.
What was Wilhelm Hallwachs known for?
Wilhelm Hallwachs was known for Photoelectric effect.
What nationality was Wilhelm Hallwachs?
Wilhelm Hallwachs was German.
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