Chemist no. 2 of 350 · Physical

John Dalton

1766-1844United Kingdom

Atomic theory; law of partial pressures

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Illustration of early atomic symbols on parchment representing Dalton's atomic theory

The discovery, explained

Dalton's Atomic Theory: How John Dalton Made the Atom a Chemical Idea

Dalton's atomic theory, law of multiple proportions and law of partial pressures explained with examples, limitations and exam points for JAM, NET, GATE.

23 Oct 2026 · 7 min read

Biography

John Dalton: The Life of the Quaker Teacher Who Gave Chemistry Its Atoms

Life of John Dalton: Quaker teacher from Cumberland, colour blindness research, atomic theory, awards, lesser-known facts and legacy for chemistry students.

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Academic lineage

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

Teachers: John Goughmentor
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