Solve Famous Physicist's Equations: a, b, v, w, y

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The discussion revolves around identifying famous physicists associated with specific equations related to quantum physics and electrical energy. Participants connect Planck's constant "h" to quantum physics, mentioning notable figures like Bohr, Einstein, and Heisenberg. The conversation also touches on the historical attribution of the power/energy formula used in resistors, speculating on whether Ohm was the first to present it. There is uncertainty about the original formulation of the equations for power and energy, particularly in relation to Joule's contributions. The dialogue emphasizes the importance of historical context in understanding these foundational physics equations.
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I have got this puzzel - who do you connect with these equations?
I know the answers to a, b, v, w, y

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Hint for "z": It has the constant "h" in it, which appears only in equations that have to do with quantum physics. Who do you associate with quantum physics?
 
h - is Planck's constant. But I associate Bohr, Einstein, and Heisenberg as well with quantum physicics
 
OK - z was Planck's law :-p
 
I think, I'm sure about all except the formula for the power/energy used in a resistor. I guess this has also been Ohm, but I'm not sure who was historically first.
 
vanhees71 said:
I think, I'm sure about all except the formula for the power/energy used in a resistor. I guess this has also been Ohm, but I'm not sure who was historically first.
The equation involves time, so is definitely energy (aka work).

Unit of energy = Joule http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Prescott_Joule
 
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Sure, but who has given this formula first, be it in the integrated form or as the power, in any of the equivalent forms, P=U I=R I^2=U^2/R?
 
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