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Peter Griess

German chemist who discovered the diazotization reaction (1829-1888) · Germany · On the map · Scientists · Died at 58

Johann Peter Griess was an industrial chemist and an early pioneer of organic chemistry. Griess was influential in the formation of modern dyes, first formulating the diazotization reaction of arylamines.

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Honorary Doctor of the University of Munich

About this person

Country
Germany
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1829 to 1888 · aged 58