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Sigurður Þórarinsson
Icelandic volcanologist (1912-1983) · Iceland · On the map · Scientists · Died at 71
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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1983Died8 February 19831976Vitus Bering MedalAward1970Vega MedalAward1969Steno MedalAward1912Born8 January 1912
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About this person
Country
Iceland
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1912 to 1983 · aged 71
