Gerhard Herzberg

Chemist and astronomer, Nobel laureate

Gerhard Herzberg - Chemist and astronomer, Nobel laureate
Born

December 25th, 1904
120 years ago

Died

March 3rd, 1999
26 years ago — 94 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Canada

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This chemist and astronomer contributed significantly to molecular spectroscopy. Herzberg's research advanced understanding of molecular structure and spectra, leading to the discovery of important molecular ions. Achievements in the field facilitated advancements in both chemistry and astronomy, notably in the analysis of the composition of stars. Received the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1971 for contributions to the study of the structure and motion of molecules.

Won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1971

Pioneered work in molecular spectroscopy

Advanced the study of molecular ions

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