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Henri Etienne St Claire Deville, 19th century French chemist, (c1855). In 1854 Deville
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Henri Etienne St Claire Deville, 19th century French chemist, (c1855). In 1854 Deville
Henri Etienne St Claire Deville, 19th century French chemist, (c1855). In 1854 Deville (1818-1881) discovered the process for obtaining pure aluminium by reducing aluminium chloride with sodium. With the financial backing of Napoleon III, he built an experimental plant for large-scale production of aluminium and was able to display the pure metal at the Paris Exposition of 1855. Obverse of a medal commemorating 100 years of the use of aluminium
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This print showcases Henri Etienne St Claire Deville, a prominent 19th-century French chemist. Born in 1818 and passing away in 1881, Deville made significant contributions to the field of chemistry during his lifetime. One of his most notable achievements was the discovery of a groundbreaking process for obtaining pure aluminium by reducing aluminium chloride with sodium. With the financial support of Napoleon III, Deville constructed an experimental plant dedicated to large-scale production of this remarkable metal. His efforts were rewarded when he successfully displayed pure aluminium at the prestigious Paris Exposition in 1855. This event marked a turning point in history as it highlighted the immense potential and versatility of this newly obtained substance. The obverse side of a medal commemorating 100 years since the use of aluminium further emphasizes its significance. While not mentioning commercial applications explicitly, this image symbolizes how Deville's scientific breakthrough paved the way for countless innovations that would revolutionize various industries over time. Henri Etienne St Claire Deville's legacy as a brilliant scientist and pioneer continues to inspire future generations in their pursuit of knowledge and exploration within the realm of chemistry.
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