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Herschel9432

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Michael Faraday
Date:
[9 June 1845]
Source of text:
RS:HS 22.240
Summary:

Comments on MF's experimental results when an electromagnetic field affects polarized light.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel9433

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Michael Faraday
Date:
[9 November 1845]
Source of text:
RS:HS 7.183
Summary:

Has just seen mention of MF's latest experiments showing the connection of light and magnetism. Comments on these. Proves some of his own theories to be correct.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel9434

From:
Michael Faraday
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[13 November 1845]
Source of text:
RS:HS 7.184
Summary:

His letter was a great encouragement and pleasure. Comments on his own and JH's experiments with light and magnetism. Contemplates a further series of experiments but requests JH not to mention it. Is at Brighton for a rest.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel9435

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Michael Faraday
Date:
[20 December 1845]
Source of text:
RS:HS 7.185 & 22.261
Summary:

Sends details of an experiment he would like MF to carry out. Cannot do it himself as he has no suitable glass.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel9436

From:
Michael Faraday
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[22 December 1845]
Source of text:
RS:HS 7.186 & 22.262
Summary:

Has received his letter and suggestions for the experiment. Has ordered the glass from Newman. Is very busy so may not be able to carry out the experiment for a week or more. JH must keep the results secret for the time being.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project
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