Faraday's Electromagnetic Induction Experiments
- When
- 28 October 1831
- Where
- Royal Institution, London
Faraday began his great series of experiments in 1831, discovering electromagnetic induction. He recorded in his laboratory diary on 28 October 1831 that he was making experiments with the great magnet of the Royal Society.
Two years after the death of Davy, in 1831, Faraday began his great series of experiments in which he discovered electromagnetic induction. He recorded in his laboratory diary on 28 October 1831 that he was "making many experiments with the great magnet of the Royal Society". These experiments laid the groundwork for the practical exploitation of electricity.
Sources
- Michael Faraday Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-30
- Royal Institution Wikipedia, revision of 2026-06-29
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