Chemist no. 245 of 350 · Organic

Auguste Laurent

1807-1853France

Nucleus theory; substitution reactions

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The discovery, explained

Auguste Laurent and the Nucleus Theory: Seeing Order in Organic Compounds

How Auguste Laurent's nucleus theory, discovery of phthalic acid and phenol, and clear ideas on atom and molecule shaped organic chemistry. Exam notes included.

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Biography

Auguste Laurent (1807-1853): The Brilliant Chemist Who Was Not Heard

Life of Auguste Laurent (1807-1853), French chemist of the nucleus theory, who worked with Gerhardt and died young. Timeline, facts and lessons for students.

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Academic lineage

Documented doctoral, postdoctoral and teaching links. Dashed chips are teachers outside the 350 chemists listed here.

Teachers: Jean-Baptiste Dumasmentor
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