Johannes Nicolaus Brønsted
Danish chemist known for Brønsted theory
Born
February 22nd, 1879
146 years ago
Died
1947
78 years ago — 68 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Denmark
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Born in 1879, a prominent Danish chemist contributed significantly to physical chemistry. Developed the Brønsted theory, which defines acids as proton donors and bases as proton acceptors. This fundamental concept in chemistry has influenced the understanding of chemical reactions, particularly in acid-base chemistry. Held academic positions and published extensively on the behaviors of chemical substances.
Developed the Brønsted-Lowry acid-base theory
Published influential research papers
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