Luke Howard
Chemist and meteorologist, cloud classification
Born
November 28th, 1772
252 years ago
Died
1864
161 years ago — 92 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
England
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Contributed significantly to the fields of meteorology and chemistry. Developed a system for classifying clouds, which established the nomenclature still used today. Published various works on the nature of clouds, including the influential essay 'The Philosophy of Meteorology'. Participated in the formulation of principles relating to atmospheric science and influenced future generations of meteorologists.
Developed the first comprehensive cloud classification system
Published 'The Philosophy of Meteorology'
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