Which company did Kelvin join as vice-chairman of the board around 1899?
Kodak Limited
General Electric
Siemens
Marconi Company
Answer
Around 1899, William Thomson was recruited by George Eastman to serve as vice-chairman of the board of the British company Kodak Limited, which was affiliated with Eastman Kodak. Kelvin was active in industrial research and development throughout his career.
Mastering the Kelvin Scale: The Brilliant Life of William Thomson, 1st Baron Kelvin