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Ami Argand

1750-07-05 – 1803-10-14

Portrait of Ami Argand
François Pierre Ami ArgandCredit: Unknown author

Life & Legacy

François-Pierre-Amédée Argand, known as Ami Argand (5 July 1750 – 14 or 24 October 1803) was a Genevan physicist and chemist. He invented the Argand lamp, a great improvement on the traditional oil lamp.

Occupation & Career

physicist, chemist, inventor

Faith & Community

reformed

Legacy Highlights

Church

reformed

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q124132 — wikidata View source

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