Chapter
The Origin of X-Rays
06:46 - 09:29 (02:43)
The discovery of X-rays was nearly named something else entirely, as the term "X" was used as a placeholder by its discoverer while awaiting further research.
Clips
The story of the discovery of X-rays and the accidental nature of the discovery.
06:46 - 08:28 (01:41)
Science
Summary
The story of the discovery of X-rays and the accidental nature of the discovery.
ChapterThe Origin of X-Rays
EpisodeSelects: How X-Rays Work
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Wilhelm Röntgen discovers X-rays and wins the Nobel Prize for Physics.
08:29 - 09:29 (01:00)
Science
Summary
Wilhelm Röntgen discovers X-rays and wins the Nobel Prize for Physics. He names the new discovery X-rays as a placeholder, not expecting it to stick.