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Einstein's Miracle Year: The Discoveries That Changed Science Forever Imagine a single year where one person makes not one, but four groundbreaking discoveries that redefine science as we know it. That is exactly what Albert Einstein did in 1905, a year often called his Annus Mirabilis , or Miracle Year. Let us explore these key breakthroughs, why they mattered then, and why they still matter today. 1. The Photoelectric Effect: The Birth of Quantum Mechanics What happens when light hits a material and ejects electrons? Scientists in the early 20th century were baffled by this phenomenon, known as the photoelectric effect. Classical physics could not explain it. Enter Einstein, who proposed a radical idea: light is not just a wave but also behaves like particles, or quanta . Einstein showed that light’s energy is proportional to its frequency, solving the mystery of why only certain frequencies of light can eject electrons. This discovery introduced the idea of photons and ...

Albert Einstein: Revolutionizing Physics and Reshaping Our Universe Albert Einstein, a name synonymous with genius, fundamentally altered our understanding of space, time, and the cosmos. His groundbreaking theories and philosophical approach to science continue to influence physics and popular culture alike, cementing his place as one of the most brilliant minds in human history. His life and work are the topic of our release " Einstein: The Man, The Myth, The Legend ". You can listen to a podcast discussing this book below, and find out more about the man himself in the sections that follow. Listen to the Podcast Early Life and Education Born in Ulm, Germany, in 1879, Einstein showed an early fascination with mathematics and physics. Contrary to popular belief, he was not a poor student, though he often clashed with authority figures. His curiosity and independent thinking became hallmarks of his scientific career. After graduating from the Swiss Federal Polytechnic...