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Jean-André Deluc

Swiss geologist and meteorologist (1727-1817) · France · On the map · Scientists · Died at 90

Jean-André Deluc or de Luc was a geologist, natural philosopher and meteorologist from the Republic of Geneva. He also devised measuring instruments.

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Copley Medal
Honorary Professor
Fellow of the Royal Society

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Country
France
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1727 to 1817 · aged 90