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Pierre Bayen

French chemist (1725-1798) · France · On the map · Scientists · Died at 73

Pierre Bayen was a French chemist (apothecary). He analysed the mineral waters consumed in the Kingdom of France and incorrectly concluded that drinking from pewter vessels rendered the water toxic.

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Country
France
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1725 to 1798 · aged 73