It is one hundred years since Wilhelm Rontgen first discovered x-rays in Wurzburg on 8 November 1895. Rontgen's discovery revolutionised many areas of 20th century science, not just medicine. While everybody knows of the uses of x-rays in medicine and dentistry, and in security checks at airports, and while the space age will have drawn the attention of many to x-ray astronomy, most people are still unaware of the wide ranging applications of x-rays. The centenary of their discovery presents an opportunity for this to be redressed.
The book has been written by eminent scientists connected with the production and use of x-rays. Their contributions give an historical flavour as well as discussing modern, up-to-date, techniques and applications. All the important areas of x-ray science and technology are described, ranging from medical applications, through various types of x-ray analysis such as diffraction, spectroscopy and microscopy, to x-ray lithography and astronomy, including the development of modern x-ray sources. The book concludes with a look ahead to the next hundred years.

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The discovery of x-rays has revolutionized many areas of 20th century science. This book commemorates the 100th anniversary of the discovery of x-rays by Wilhelm Rontgen in 1895. Eminent scientists review historical aspects and discuss modern techniques and applications. Discusses diffraction, spectroscopy, microscopy, lithography, and astronomy. Includes an extensive glossary of technical terms.

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