Alfred Werner
1866 - 1919
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Biography
Alfred Werner was a Swiss chemist known for his groundbreaking work in coordination chemistry. Born in 1866 in Mulhouse, France, Werner developed the theory of coordination compounds, which revolutionized the understanding of chemical bonding. His research laid the foundation for modern coordination chemistry and earned him the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1913. Werner's contributions to the field are still highly regarded today.
Famous Quotes (5)
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I have every reason to be satisfied - I was each time awarded an important prize.
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Nature is remarkably good at chemical synthesis.
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I had already passed the chemist's examination.
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Do not become eaters of meat, for butchers will grow.
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Many countries have been too scrawny as to be unable to support one chemist.