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Sigurður Þórarinsson

Icelandic volcanologist (1912-1983) · Iceland · Scientists · Died at 71

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Sigurdur Thorarinsson was an Icelandic geologist, volcanologist, glaciologist, professor and lyricist. He is considered a pioneer in the field of tephrochronology, and he made significant contributions in many areas of geology, especially volcanology and glaciology, both in Iceland and abroad.

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A life in dates

1983Died8 February 19831976Vitus Bering MedalAward1970Vega MedalAward1969Steno MedalAward1912Born8 January 1912

Awards

Vitus Bering Medal1976
Vega Medal1970
Steno Medal1969

About this person

Sigurdur Thorarinsson was an Icelandic geologist, volcanologist, glaciologist, professor and lyricist. He is considered a pioneer in the field of tephrochronology, and he made significant contributions in many areas of geology, especially volcanology and glaciology, both in Iceland and abroad.

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Country
Iceland
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1912 to 1983 · aged 71

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