What society did Rayleigh serve as president of?
Royal Society
American Physical Society
Institute of Physics
Royal Institution
Answer
Rayleigh served as the president of the Royal Society, a prestigious scientific academy in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1660, the Royal Society is dedicated to the advancement of science and has a long and distinguished history of supporting groundbreaking research and innovation. Rayleigh's presidency, from 1905 to 1908, was marked by his commitment to promoting scientific excellence and fostering collaboration among researchers.
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