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Gustave-Adolphe Hirn

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French physicist (1815-1890)

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Gustave-Adolphe Hirn was a French physicist, astronomer, mathematician, and engineer who made important measurements of the mechanical equivalent of heat and contributions to the early development of thermodynamics. He further applied his science in the practical development of steam engines.

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Knight of the Legion of Honour

Scientists from France 6

About this person

Country
France
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1815 to 1890 · aged 74
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10 languages

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