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William Coblentz

American physicist (1873-1962) · United States · On the map · Scientists · Died at 88

William Weber Coblentz was an American physicist notable for his contributions to infrared radiometry and spectroscopy.

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1962Died15 September 19621945Frederic Ives MedalAward1937Rumford PrizeAward1924John Scott AwardAward1920Janssen MedalAward1911Howard N. Potts MedalAward1873Born20 November 1873

Awards

Frederic Ives Medal1945
Rumford Prize1937
John Scott Award1924
Janssen Medal1920
Howard N. Potts Medal1911

About this person

Country
United States
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1873 to 1962 · aged 88