Max Planck was a famous physicist. He was from Germany. He proposed the “quantum” theory in physics. Max Planck is called the “father of modern physics” and the “father of quantum theory” for promoting the development of physics. He proposed quantum theory in 1900. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1918 for his work on quantum theory. Max Planck conducted numerous experiments and proposed several key developments in physics.
Quantum theory:
According to quantum theory, electromagnetic radiation is composed of packets. This is called a quanta. Blackbody radiation was explained using quantum theory. In 1900, Planck’s constant was introduced. It is known as one of the fundamental physical constants of the universe. In 1901, Planck’s radiation law was introduced. Max Planck wrote ‘Where is Science Going’, ‘Eight Lectures on Theoretical Physics’, ‘The Origin and Development of the Quantum Theory’, and ‘The Philosophy of Physics’. Max Planck died on 04 October 1947.
Max Planck – Father of Quantum Theory
- Full Name: Max Planck
- Nationality: German
- Field: Physics
Contributions:
- Proposed the Quantum Theory in 1900, which revolutionized physics.
- Known as the “Father of Modern Physics” and the “Father of Quantum Theory”.
- Introduced Planck’s Constant (h) – a fundamental physical constant of the universe.
- Explained Blackbody Radiation using quantum theory.
- Formulated Planck’s Radiation Law (1901).
Achievements:
- Nobel Prize in Physics (1918) for his discovery of energy quanta.
- Conducted many experiments and proposals that shaped the development of modern physics.
Important Works (Books):
- Where is Science Going?
- Eight Lectures on Theoretical Physics
- The Origin and Development of the Quantum Theory
- The Philosophy of Physics
Death:
- Died on 04 October 1947.
