Via Swans On Tea, an article in the Telegraph about the Greatest Experiments in Science.
Been there, done that, picked a winner. Over two years ago. Way to go, Torygraph.
OK, fine, they did all of science, while I was only looking for the greatest experiment in physics. But, really, can any of those stamp collectors hold a candle to Michelson and Morley? I didn't think so.
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