If the hand be held between the discharge-tube and the screen, the darker shadow of the bones is seen within the slightly dark shadow-image of the hand itself… For brevity’s sake I shall use the expression ‘rays’; and to distinguish them from others of this name I shall call them ‘X-rays’.
– Wilhelm Röntgen
– Wilhelm Röntgen
In 1895 there was an incredible discovery made, one that would utterly change the way we looked at the human body, both literally and figuratively. On the back of this discovery, a million new technologies would be developed in the areas of medicine, security, and much more. The man who discovered all this? Wilhelm Röntgen, and as a result, he may just be one of the most important men in medical history. X-Ray Day celebrates his discovery and everything that’s come from it.
The X-Ray was discovered by accident, as part of an experiment where Wilhelm was attempting to ascertain whether or cathode rays could pass through glass. Nearby there was a chemically coated screen, and from it was emanating an odd glow, and dubbed the rays causing that glow X-Rays. Why you ask? Because he didn’t know what they were, so the ubiquitous ‘X for unknown’ was utilized. They’ve been called X-Rays ever since.
So what are x-rays really? They’re energy waves of electromagnetism that act in much the same way light rays do, but with an incredibly short wavelength. 1,000 times shorter than those of light to be precise. Once he discovered them, he began experimenting extensively with them, determining what they could and couldn’t pass through, and how they could be photographed. It was through this that he discovered that lead absorbed it almost completely, and human bone would stop it, creating a new and innovative way to see what was going on inside the human body.
X-Rays were used extensively during the Balkan War to locate shrapnel, bullets, and broken bones in soldiers in the field. X-Rays were used extensively in things like shoe-fittings until it became apparent that it wasn’t all fun and games. Now they’re used for things like security at airports, material analysis, and more, but with much more attention to safety.
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| Definition: | (adjective) Marked by high spirits or excitement. | ||
| Synonyms: | sparkly, bubbling, scintillating, sparkling | ||
| Usage: | She exhibited none of that effervescent joy at his appearance which we like to see in our mothers-in-law elect. | ||
illustrator André François
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put the wind up (someone)— To make someone very anxious, upset, or frightened. |
History
John F. Kennedy Defeats Richard Nixon for US Presidency (1960)
In 1960, Kennedy, a US senator, earned the Democratic nomination for president. In the campaign that followed, he engaged in a series of televised debates with his Republican opponent, Richard M. Nixon. After a vigorous campaign managed by his brother Robert F. Kennedy and aided financially by his father, Joseph P. Kennedy, he defeated Nixon by a narrow popular margin. At 43, he became the youngest person ever, and the first Catholic, elected president.
Milton Bradley (1836)
After working as a draftsman, Bradley introduced the first lithograph press to Springfield, Massachusetts, in 1860. He printed and sold a new parlor game, "The Checkered Game of Life." It was so profitable that he formed Milton Bradley and Company in 1864 to print games and manuals. In 1878, he reorganized his business as the Milton Bradley Company, which long retained its position as a leading American manufacturer of games and toys.
Election Day
Election Day, the day on which Americans vote for their elected officials, is held on the Tuesday after the first Monday in November. Americans vote for their president and vice president every four years on that Tuesday. They vote for their U.S. representatives every two years during even-numbered years, and they vote for their U.S. senators every six years. Americans also vote for their state senators, state representatives, and many local officials on this day.
Reporters Banned From Global Anti-Tobacco Conference
Delegates voted unanimously to ban journalists from the remaining sessions of the biennial legislative conference of World Health Organization’s Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC).
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1793 - The Louvre Museum, in Paris, opened to the public for the first time.
1805 - The "Corps of Discovery" reached the Pacific Ocean. The expedition was led by William Clark and Meriwether Lewis. The journey had begun on May 14, 1804, with the goal of exploring the Louisiana Purchase territory.
1910 - William H. Frost patented the insect exterminator.
1956 - After turning down 18,000 names, the Ford Motor Company decided to name their new car the "Edsel," after Henry Ford's only son.
1965 - The soap opera "Days of Our Lives" debuted on NBC-TV.
1966 - Edward W. Brooke of Massachusetts became the first African-American elected to the U.S. Senate by popular vote.
1967 - John Lennon's "How I Won the War" opened in the U.S. It was the first solo movie by a Beatle. one of two movies i ever walked out of before its end!
2001 - The "Homage to Van Gogh: International Artists Pay Tribute to a Legend" exhibit opened at the Appleton Museum of Art in Florida.
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Ivan Goremykin (1839–1917) was a Russian prime minister during World War I. A politician with archconservative views, after some time in the Ministry of Justice, he transferred to the Ministry of the Interior in 1891. He held the rank of prime minister from May to July 1906 and again from 1914 to 1916; during both terms his effectiveness was strongly limited by opposition from the State Duma. In the aftermath of the October Revolution, Goremykin was recognized as a member of the Tsarist government and killed by a street mob.
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1793 - The Louvre Museum, in Paris, opened to the public for the first time.
1805 - The "Corps of Discovery" reached the Pacific Ocean. The expedition was led by William Clark and Meriwether Lewis. The journey had begun on May 14, 1804, with the goal of exploring the Louisiana Purchase territory.
1910 - William H. Frost patented the insect exterminator.
1956 - After turning down 18,000 names, the Ford Motor Company decided to name their new car the "Edsel," after Henry Ford's only son.
1965 - The soap opera "Days of Our Lives" debuted on NBC-TV.
1966 - Edward W. Brooke of Massachusetts became the first African-American elected to the U.S. Senate by popular vote.
1967 - John Lennon's "How I Won the War" opened in the U.S. It was the first solo movie by a Beatle. one of two movies i ever walked out of before its end!
2001 - The "Homage to Van Gogh: International Artists Pay Tribute to a Legend" exhibit opened at the Appleton Museum of Art in Florida.
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Ivan Goremykin (1839–1917) was a Russian prime minister during World War I. A politician with archconservative views, after some time in the Ministry of Justice, he transferred to the Ministry of the Interior in 1891. He held the rank of prime minister from May to July 1906 and again from 1914 to 1916; during both terms his effectiveness was strongly limited by opposition from the State Duma. In the aftermath of the October Revolution, Goremykin was recognized as a member of the Tsarist government and killed by a street mob.
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Two-Tone Decoration Set (F1-3) When knitting Christmas decorations there are two approaches.
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Music Note Beanie - Knitting Pattern
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Lucky Horseshoe Illusion pattern by Sarah Roth
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Miniature Christmas Tree & Angels
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Polar Vortex Cowl pattern by Kelly Komejan Crafts
This cowl is crocheted with bulky yarn and an extra big hook to make a squishy, drapey and warm cowl. It fits close around the neck without being tight a...
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Pattern: Teddy Ornaments
Get ready to “amigurumi-fy” your Christmas trees with these adorable round teddies all bundled up in their colourful scarves! Whether you prefer pandas,...
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Chocolate Mug Cake - 2 minutes recipe
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I made this yummy Chocolate Mug Cake because tt is very simple recipe yet tasty too. You will need only 2 minutes to make this delicious cake. I doubled the below mentioned recipe to make 3 small mug cakes.
Ingredients you will need,
1/4 cup All purpose flour / Maida
5 tbsp Sugar
1 large Egg
3 tbsp Milk
3 tbsp Vegetable oil
2 tbsp Cocoa powder
1/4 tsp of Vanilla essence
A pinch of Salt
Butter for greasing
Make : 1 big mug size
Step 1: Method
Take all the ingredients (expect butter) in a bowl, mix it all without any lumps.
Grease mug with butter.
Pour the batter into greased mug.
Leave 1/4th of space on top of mug for cake raising. Microwave it for 2 minutes.
That's all mug cake is ready.
Note : Microwave timing will be slightly differ from different microwave. If its not cooked in the center, keep 20 to 30 more seconds.
Step 2: Serve !
I love to have this cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Add your favorite topping and relish it!
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Huggable Friends: Homemade Finger Paint Tutorial
Pin It We all know how babies love to put EVERYTHING in their mouths! This is a recipe that will allow your baby to enjoy finger painting, without the wor...
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