Francis Line, SJ, also known as Linus of Liège, was a Jesuit priest and scientist. He is known for inventing a magnetic clock. He is noted as a contemporary critic of the theories and work of Isaac Newton. He also challenged Robert Boyle and his law of gases.
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Academics
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Academic
Status
deceased
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Lived 1595 to 1675 · aged 80
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