What is Ørsted's nationality?
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Danish
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Danish physicist Hans Christian Ørsted discovered the relationship between electricity and magnetism in 1820, pioneering the field of electromagnetism. He conducted groundbreaking experiments demonstrating how an electric current can deflect a compass needle, establishing a crucial connection between these two fundamental forces of nature. Ørsted's groundbreaking work laid the groundwork for future advancements in electrical engineering and the development of various electrical devices and technologies.
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