Johann Joachim Becher
Johann Joachim Becher (German: [ˈbɛçɐ]; 6 May 1635 – October 1682) was a German physician, alchemist, precursor of chemistry, scholar, polymath and adventurer, best known for his development of the phlogiston theory of combustion, and his advancement of Austrian cameralism.
Johann Becher | |
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Born | 6 May 1635 Speyer, Holy Roman Empire |
Died | October 1682 47) London, England | (aged
Known for | Phlogiston theory |
Scientific career | |
Fields | Chemistry, alchemy |
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