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J.J. Thomson is famous for his discovery of the electron, which he identified as a subatomic particle that is a fundamental constituent of matter. His research laid the foundation for the development of the modern atomic theory and his work in the field of physics ultimately led to the revolutionizing of our understanding of the structure of the atom.
J. J. Thomson experimented with cathode rays and discovered the electron, leading to the development of the plum pudding model of the atom.
J. J. Thomson is credited with discovering electrons.
A device made by J. J. Thomson to detect and process electrons is the Cathode Ray Tube (CRT). Thomson's work with cathode rays led to the discovery of the electron and the development of the CRT, which was crucial in the study of atomic structure and the development of television technology.
J. J. Thomson died on August 30, 1940 from a combination of heart attack and complications related to his deteriorating health. He was 83 years old at the time of his death.
Yes, J. J. Thomson won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1906 for his discovery of the electron and work on the conduction of electricity in gases.