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Scottish chemist (1819-1874)

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Thomas Anderson was a 19th-century British chemist. In 1853 his work on alkaloids led him to discover the correct formula/composition for codeine. In 1868 he discovered pyridine and related organic compounds such as picoline through studies on the distillation of bone oil and other animal matter.

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1872Royal Medal
1853Keith Medal

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Scientists
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Lived 1819 to 1874 · aged 55
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