Justus von Liebig

Description: (German Chemist Who is Considered One of the Principal Founders of Organic Chemistry)
German chemist Justus von Liebig is best known for his research on organic compounds and his contribution to biochemistry and agriculture. The Copley Medal-winning scientist initially studied pharmacy but later switched to chemistry. As a professor, he stressed on laboratory-based teaching of chemistry and separating it from pharmacy, opposing traditional methods.

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Birthday May 12, 1803 (Taurus)
Born In Darmstadt, Germany
Died on April 18, 1873
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