Historical Events tagged with "reactivity"

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Henri Moissan Isolates Elemental Fluorine

June 26th, 1886 138 years ago

Henri Moissan achieved the isolation of elemental fluorine in 1886 using electrolysis, marking a significant breakthrough in chemistry. Conducted in his laboratory in Paris, this accomplishment was facilitated by his innovative techniques for purifying and handling the highly reactive gas, which had been a challenge for many chemists before him. Moissan's success opened new avenues for chemical research and industrial applications, as fluorine is critical for various compounds, including refrigerants and pharmaceuticals.

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