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Nobel Prize - winners
The Nobel Prize in Physics
Physics is the science of matter and energy and their interactions. Understanding physics helps us to understand how the world works. The first Nobel Prize in Physics was awarded to Wilhelm Röntgen for his discovery of X-rays, or Röntgen rays. The prize has also been given in recognition of research on cosmic radiation, communication technology, the structure of matter and superfluidity.
For the full list of all the Nobel Laureates in Physics .
References:
- The Nobel Prize in Physics [online] Avaliable at: nobelprize.org [Accessed 12 October 2009]
- Definition of physics - Free Online Dictionary [online] Avaliable at: thefreedictionary.com [Accessed 12 October 2009]