Franz Ernst Neumann

Mineralogist and physicist, Neumann's Law

Franz Ernst Neumann - Mineralogist and physicist, Neumann's Law
Born

September 11th, 1798
227 years ago

Died

May 23rd, 1895
130 years ago — 96 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Germany

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A German mineralogist and physicist, contributed significantly to the field of mineralogy and theoretical physics. Developed Neumann's Law, which describes the symmetry of crystal growth. Made advancements in the study of geometric and physical properties of crystals. Worked as a professor at the University of Berlin, where engaged in scientific discourse and education. Published numerous papers and textbooks that influenced future studies in mineralogy and physics.

Formulated Neumann's Law regarding crystal growth

Contributed to the development of mathematical physics

Served as a professor at the University of Berlin

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