Fritz Haber

Chemist and Nobel Prize laureate

Fritz Haber - Chemist and Nobel Prize laureate
Born

December 9th, 1868
156 years ago

Died

January 29th, 1934
91 years ago — 65 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Germany

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Born in 1868, a chemist contributed significantly to the development of chemical processes and agricultural practices. Developed the Haber-Bosch process for synthesizing ammonia from nitrogen and hydrogen, which revolutionized fertilizer production. This process greatly influenced agricultural productivity worldwide. In 1918, awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for this work. Additionally, worked on chemical warfare during World War I, which sparked ethical controversies surrounding scientific contributions to warfare. Died in 1934.

Developed the Haber-Bosch process

Awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1918

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