= 19th-century Danish physicists
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In the 19th century, Denmark produced several notable physicists who made significant contributions to the field. Here are a few key figures: 1. **Hans Christian Ørsted (1777-1851)** - Ørsted is best known for his discovery of the relationship between electricity and magnetism. In 1820, he demonstrated that an electric current can create a magnetic field, which was a foundational discovery for electromagnetism.
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