Antoine César Becquerel

Physicist known for radioactivity research

Antoine César Becquerel - Physicist known for radioactivity research
Born

March 7th, 1788
237 years ago

Died

January 18th, 1878
147 years ago — 89 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

France

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A physicist and academic contributed significantly to the study of radioactivity. Conducted pioneering experiments on the electromagnetic spectrum and discovered the phenomenon of phosphorescence in uranium salts. His work laid the foundational principles for future research in radioactivity and influenced scientists such as Marie Curie. Also served in various educational and research roles, promoting scientific inquiry.

Discovered phosphorescence in uranium salts

Contributed to understanding of radioactivity

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