X-rays
X-rays were discovered in 1895 by Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen, who received the first Nobel Prize in Physics in 1901. Several important discoveries have been made using X-rays. These penetrating rays are also used in many applications.
First published: May 15, 2001
Credits: Produced by Nobel Media in
collaboration with Frank Close and Per
Carlson
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