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Antoine Laurent Lavoisier (1743-1894) French chemist, demonstrating his discovery of oxygen, 1776
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Antoine Laurent Lavoisier (1743-1894) French chemist, demonstrating his discovery of oxygen, 1776
Antoine Laurent Lavoisier (1743-1894) French chemist, demonstrating his discovery of oxygen, 1776. On the table in the right background of the picture is his calorimeter. From Louis Figuier Vies des Savant Illustres du XVIIIe Siecle, Paris 1874. Engraving
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1776 1874 Antoine Background Chemist Demonstrating Discovery Figuier Gases Illustres Laurent Lavoisier Louis Oxygen Paris Picture Scientist Siecle Table Vies Calorimeter Savant Xviiie
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This print captures a significant moment in the history of chemistry. Antoine Laurent Lavoisier, a renowned French chemist, is depicted here demonstrating his groundbreaking discovery of oxygen in 1776. The engraving, taken from Louis Figuier's "Vies des Savant Illustres du XVIIIe Siecle" published in Paris in 1874, beautifully portrays Lavoisier's scientific prowess. In the image, we see Lavoisier standing confidently beside a table adorned with his calorimeter—a device used to measure heat changes during chemical reactions. With an air of determination and intellectual curiosity, he holds up a glass container filled with gases that would later be identified as oxygen. Lavoisier's discovery revolutionized our understanding of combustion and laid the foundation for modern chemistry. His meticulous experiments paved the way for advancements in various fields such as medicine and industry. The artistic rendering not only showcases Lavoisier's scientific achievements but also pays homage to his status as one of the most influential scientists of the eighteenth century. This historical snapshot serves as a reminder of how human curiosity and ingenuity can unlock new realms of knowledge, forever changing our perception of the world around us
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