Albert Atterberg

Swedish chemist (1846-1916) · Sweden · On the map · Scientists · Died at 70

Albert Mauritz Atterberg was a Swedish chemist and agricultural scientist who created the Atterberg limits, which are commonly referred to by geotechnical engineers and engineering geologists today. In Sweden, he is equally known for creating the Atterberg grain size scale, which remains the one in use.

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