Quotes by Jean-Baptiste Dumas

About Jean-Baptiste Dumas:

Jean Baptiste André Dumas was a French chemist, best known for his works on organic analysis and synthesis, as well as the determination of atomic weights (relative atomic masses) and molecular weights by measuring vapor densities. He also developed a method for the analysis of nitrogen in compounds.
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In chemistry, our theories are crutches; to show that they are valid, they must be used to walk... A theory established with the help of twenty facts must explain thirty, and lead to the discovery of ten more.

Jean-Baptiste Dumas

I have seen many phases of life; I have moved in imperial circles, I have been a Minister of State; but if I had to live my life again, I would always remain in my laboratory, for the greatest joy of my life has been to accomplish original scientific...

Jean-Baptiste Dumas

Author Bio

  • NameJean-Baptiste Dumas
  • DescriptionFrench chemist
  • BornJuly 14, 1800
  • DiedApril 9, 1884
  • CountryFrance
  • ProfessionChemist; Politician; Scientist
  • AwardsGrand Cross Of The Legion Of Honour; Copley Medal; Faraday Lectureship Prize; Order Of Merit For Arts And Science