Quote by: Jean-Baptiste Dumas

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.


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  • 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