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In which century did Einstein describe Maxwell's work as the "most profound and the most fruitful"?
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On the centenary of Maxwell's birthday, Albert Einstein described Maxwell's work as the "most profound and the most fruitful that physics has experienced since the time of Newton." This statement was made in the 20th century, highlighting the lasting impact of Maxwell's contributions to science.
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