E. J. Bowen

British physical chemist and researcher

E. J. Bowen - British physical chemist and researcher
Born

April 29th, 1898
126 years ago

Died

1980
45 years ago — 82 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United Kingdom

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Contributed significantly to the field of physical chemistry. Conducted research focused on polymer science and molecular structure. Worked on the behavior of gases and the nature of chemical bonds. Published numerous papers that advanced understanding in these areas and influenced future studies in physical chemistry.

Conducted influential research on polymer science

Published extensively on molecular structure

Studied the behavior of gases

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