Johan Wilcke

Swedish physicist and academic

Johan Wilcke - Swedish physicist and academic
Born

September 6th, 1732
292 years ago

Died

April 18th, 1796
228 years ago — 63 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Sweden

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A physicist and academic contributed significantly to the field of thermodynamics. Developed several innovative instruments that advanced scientific measurement and experience. Contributed to the establishment of the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences and participated in research focused on the properties of heat and electricity.

Developed the first experimental thermometer

Contributed to the establishment of the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences

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