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Identify the 19th century scientist who played a crucial role in understanding electromagnetism

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Hans Christian Oersted played a crucial role in the development of electromagnetism. In 1820, he discovered that an electric current flowing through a wire could deflect a nearby compass needle, demonstrating a direct connection between electricity and magnetism. This discovery helped establish the foundation for the study of electromagnetism.

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