By Institut International de Physique Solvay et al
Published on June 10, 1928
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INSTITUT INTERNATIONAL DE PHYSIQUE SOLVAY ELECTRONS ET PHOTONS RAPPORTS ET DISCUSSIONS DU CINQUIÈME CONSEIL DE PHYSIQUE TENU A BRUXELLES DU 24 AU 29 OCTOBRE 1927 SOUS LES AUSPICES DE L’INSTITUT INTERNATIONAL DE PHYSIQUE SOLVAY Publiés par la Commission administrative de l’Institut.
Summary
Electrons et Photons is a book published in 1928 by the Institut International de Physique Solvay, featuring reports and discussions from the fifth Council of Physics held in Brussels from October 24 to 29, 1927. The work pays tribute to H.-A. Lorentz, a prominent physicist who was the President of the Council. The book discusses the significant contributions of Lorentz to the field of physics and his role in advancing international scientific collaboration. It also details the participation of various renowned physicists in the Council, including Marie Curie, Niels Bohr, and Albert Einstein. The book delves into the analysis of crystal structures using X-rays, highlighting the importance of precise quantitative methods in understanding atomic and molecular structures. Overall, Electrons et Photons serves as a comprehensive account of the scientific discussions and achievements during the Council, providing insights into the advancements in physics during that period.