Abraham Pineo Gesner

Canadian geologist, inventor of kerosene

Abraham Pineo Gesner - Scientists & Innovators born May 2nd, 1797
Born
Died

1864
162 years ago — 67 years old

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Scientists & Innovators

Country

Canada

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A physician and geologist, contributed significantly to the study of geology in Canada. Developed a process to distill kerosene from coal and oil shale, which led to its commercialization. His work in the mid-19th century laid the foundation for the modern petroleum industry. Also published several important geological works that contributed to the understanding of Canadian mineral resources.

Invented the process for distilling kerosene

Published geological studies of Canada

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