Physics of How Wilhelm Roentgen Discovered X-rays

What are the physics details of how (and why) Roentgen discovered x-rays and how did he discover the medical x-ray?  Watch the video and find out.

As usual the music is from the fabulous Kim Nalley whose rendition of "Electricity, Electricity" came from Schoolhouse rocks.

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