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 During his apprenticeship, Faraday developed a keen interest in science by reading books that came into the shop.[([[https://megageex.com/blogs/megawiki/michael-faraday-for-kids-the-boy-who-lit-up-the-world|megageex]])]
+===== Inspiration =====
+One of the books that greatly influenced him was "The Improvement of the Mind" by Isaac Watts.[([[https://cettechnology.com/faraday-pioneer-in-electromagnetism/|cettechnology]])]
+===== Introduction to Science =====
+Faraday attended lectures by the renowned chemist Humphry Davy at the Royal Institution, which sparked his interest in chemistry and physics.[([[https://www.sciencehistory.org/education/scientific-biographies/michael-faraday/|sciencehistory]])]
+===== Personal Approach =====
+Faraday sent Davy a 300-page book of notes that he had taken during his lectures, which led to Davy hiring him as his assistant.[([[https://niallleah.medium.com/the-bookbinding-apprentice-who-became-a-world-renowned-scientist-36e7be37f0b2|medium]])]
+===== Royal Institution =====
+Faraday began working at the Royal Institution in 1813, initially as a chemical assistant.[([[https://greatestbritons.com/michael-faraday-biography|greatestbritons]])]
+===== European Tour =====
+In 1813-1815, Faraday accompanied Davy on a European tour, meeting many of the leading scientists of the day.[([[https://www.jstor.org/stable/4027300|jstor]])]
+===== Electromagnetic Induction =====
+Faraday discovered electromagnetic induction in 1831, demonstrating that a changing magnetic field can produce an electric current.[([[https://www.britannica.com/science/electromagnetism/Faradays-discovery-of-electric-induction|britannica]])]
+===== Faraday Cage =====
+Faraday invented the Faraday Cage, an enclosure used to block electric fields, which is still widely used today.[([[https://www.gamry.com/application-notes/instrumentation/faraday-cage/|gamry]])]
+===== Faraday's Law =====
+This discovery led to what is now known as Faraday's Law of Induction, fundamental to the principles of electromagnetism.[([[https://www.electronics-tutorials.ws/electromagnetism/electromagnetic-induction.html|electronics-tutorials]])]
+===== Electrolysis =====
+Faraday formulated the laws of electrolysis, which describe the behavior of ions during electrochemical reactions.[([[https://www.britannica.com/science/Faradays-laws-of-electrolysis|britannica]])]
+===== Terminology =====
+He coined several scientific terms, including "anode," "cathode," "electrode," and "ion."[([[https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0079642522000020|sciencedirect]])]
+===== Diamagnetism =====
+Faraday discovered diamagnetism, a form of magnetism that opposes an applied magnetic field.[([[https://www.studysmarter.co.uk/explanations/engineering/materials-engineering/diamagnetism/|studysmarter]])]
+===== Benzene =====
+He discovered benzene, an important organic chemical compound, in 1825.[([[https://www.britannica.com/science/benzene|britannica]])]
+===== Popular Lecturer =====
+Faraday was known for his ability to explain complex scientific concepts to the general public and gave numerous popular lectures, including the famous Christmas Lectures for young people.[([[https://vigyanprasar.gov.in/faraday-michael/|vigyanprasar]])]
+===== Non-mathematician =====
+Despite his significant contributions to physics, Faraday had little formal mathematical training and preferred to think visually.[([[https://www.newscientist.com/article/mg13117874-600-the-myth-of-michael-faraday-michael-faraday-was-not-just-one-of-britains-greatest-experimenters-a-closer-look-at-the-man-and-his-work-reveals-that-he-was-also-a-clever-theoretician/|newscientist]])]
+===== Religious Beliefs =====
+Faraday was a devout member of the Sandemanian Church, a Christian sect, and his faith deeply influenced his life and work.[([[https://www.thenewatlantis.com/publications/the-genius-and-faith-of-faraday-and-maxwell|thenewatlantis]])]
+===== Simple Experiments =====
+Faraday was a master of simple, elegant experiments that clearly demonstrated scientific principles.[([[https://skullsinthestars.com/2008/12/25/mr-faradays-most-excellent-experimental-researches-in-electricity-1831/|skullsinthestars]])]
+===== Faraday Effect =====
+He discovered the Faraday Effect, which is the rotation of the plane of polarization of light in a magnetic field.[([[https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/home/science/today-in-history-the-day-faraday-effect-was-discovered/articleshow/103630082.cms|timesofindia]])]
+===== Electric Motor =====
+Faraday built one of the first electric motors, demonstrating the conversion of electrical energy into mechanical energy.[([[https://www.rigb.org/explore-science/explore/collection/michael-faradays-electric-magnetic-rotation-apparatus-motor|rigb]])]
+===== Public Service =====
+He served as a scientific advisor to the British government on numerous occasions, including on the safety of lighthouses and the protection of ships from lightning.[([[https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/65735.html.images|gutenberg]])]
+===== Influence on Technology =====
+Faraday's work laid the groundwork for the development of electrical engineering and technology.[([[https://thomas-earnshaw.eu/blogs/the-earnshaw-odyssey/michael-faraday-the-father-of-electromagnetism-and-electrochemistry|thomas-earnshaw]])]
+===== Self-Education =====
+Faraday was largely self-taught, learning through reading, experimentation, and mentorship.[([[https://www.quora.com/Is-it-true-that-Michael-Faraday-was-self-taught-and-he-didnt-have-any-math-in-his-work|quora]])]
+===== Modest Lifestyle =====
+Despite his fame, Faraday lived modestly and turned down offers of knighthood and a burial in Westminster Abbey.[([[https://canonjjohn.com/2021/02/20/heroes-of-the-faith-michael-faraday/|canonjjohn]])]
+===== Faraday's Constant =====
+The Faraday constant, which represents the charge of one mole of electrons, is named in his honor.[([[https://unacademy.com/content/jee/study-material/physics/faraday-constant/|unacademy]])]
+===== Health Issues =====
+Faraday suffered from a nervous breakdown in the mid-1830s and struggled with poor health throughout his life.[([[https://www.sciencehistory.org/education/scientific-biographies/michael-faraday/|sciencehistory]])]
+===== Scientific Integrity =====
+Faraday was known for his scientific integrity and rigorous experimental methods.[([[https://www.csueastbay.edu/philosophy/reflections/2004/contents/darren-skoldqvist.html|csueastbay]])]
+===== Humility =====
+Despite his numerous achievements, Faraday remained humble and dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge.[([[https://www.mediastorehouse.com/mary-evans-prints-online/faraday-schladitz-14280601.html|mediastorehouse]])]
+===== Family Man =====
+He married Sarah Barnard in 1821, and they had a long and happy marriage, though they had no children.[([[https://gardenofpraise.com/ibdfaraday.htm|gardenofpraise]])]
+===== Magnetic Field Lines =====
+Faraday introduced the concept of magnetic field lines to visualize and describe the behavior of magnetic fields.[([[https://www.bbvaopenmind.com/en/science/leading-figures/faraday-electromagnetic-theory-light/|bbvaopenmind]])]
+===== Charming Personality =====
+Faraday was known for his charming and approachable personality, making him a beloved figure in the scientific community.[([[https://mathshistory.st-andrews.ac.uk/Biographies/Faraday/|mathshistory]])]
+===== Faraday's Dark Room =====
+He conducted many of his experiments in a specially designed dark room to better observe chemical reactions.[([[http://commons.princeton.edu/josephhenry/wp-content/uploads/sites/71/2019/08/faraday.pdf|princeton]])]
+===== Medals and Awards =====
+Faraday received numerous awards during his lifetime, including the Royal Medal, the Copley Medal, and the Rumford Medal.[([[https://www.rsc.org/prizes-funding/prizes/find-a-prize/faraday-division-open-award-faraday-lectureship-prize/|rsc]])]
+===== Faraday's Papers =====
+He published numerous scientific papers, many of which are still studied today for their insights and clarity.[([[https://www.faraday.ac.uk/research/scientific-publications/|faraday]])]
+===== Scientific Mentor =====
+Faraday mentored many young scientists and was always willing to share his knowledge and experience.[([[https://www.linkedin.com/posts/paulo-f-ribeiro-25711412_michael-faraday-brilliant-scientist-or-religious-activity-7099465603463180288-VSlC|linkedin]])]
+===== Legacy in Education =====
+The Royal Institution's Christmas Lectures, which Faraday initiated, continue to this day, inspiring generations of young scientists.[([[https://www.cs.ox.ac.uk/news/2281-full.html|cs]])]
+===== Public Demonstrations =====
+Faraday's public demonstrations of science, including the liquefaction of gases and the creation of new compounds, captivated audiences.[([[https://www.rigb.org/whats-on/discourse-back-faraday-future-science-education|rigb]])]
+===== Photochemistry =====
+He made significant contributions to photochemistry, the study of chemical reactions caused by light.[([[https://www.degruyter.com/document/doi/10.1351/pac200173030395/pdf|degruyter]])]
+===== Legacy in Engineering =====
+Faraday's work is considered foundational in the field of electrical engineering, influencing the design of electric generators and transformers.[([[https://fastercapital.com/content/Faraday-s-Law-and-the-Appletone-Rule--A-Symbiotic-Relationship.html|fastercapital]])]
+===== Namesake Institutions =====
+Several institutions and places are named after Faraday, including the Faraday Institute for Science and Religion and the Faraday Building in London.[([[https://www.faraday.cam.ac.uk/|faraday]])]
+===== Faraday and Maxwell =====
+James Clerk Maxwell, another giant in the field of electromagnetism, was greatly influenced by Faraday's work, particularly his field theory.[([[https://docs.lib.purdue.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1007&context=puhistorian|purdue]])]
+===== Death =====
+Michael Faraday died on August 25, 1867, in Hampton Court, Surrey, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire and influence the world of science and beyond.[([[https://infinitylearn.com/surge/biography/michael-faraday-biography/|infinitylearn]])]

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