Martin Heinrich Klaproth
German chemist and academic
Born
December 1st, 1743
281 years ago
Died
January 1st, 1817
208 years ago — 73 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Germany
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A chemist and academic, contributed to the development of modern chemistry. Established the study of inorganic chemistry and was instrumental in discovering several elements. His research laid foundational concepts in the field of chemistry, particularly in the analysis of minerals and ores. Developed methods for detecting and isolating elements, advancing the understanding of chemical processes. His work significantly influenced the study of chemistry in the 18th and early 19th centuries.
Discovered uranium in 1789
Discovered zirconium in 1789
Developed analytical chemistry techniques
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