Science · 1871–1935

Victor Grignard — Age, Birthday & Biography

Born: 6 May 1871 · Died: 13 December 1935 · Age at death: 64

How old was Victor Grignard when he died?

Victor Grignard died aged 64. He was born on 6 May 1871 and died on 13 December 1935.

Nobel Prize-winning chemist who discovered the Grignard reaction

Did you know?He initially studied mathematics before switching to chemistry, a subject he reportedly disliked at first.

François Auguste Victor Grignard (6 May 1871 – 13 December 1935) was a French chemist who won the Nobel Prize for his discovery of the eponymously named Grignard reagent and Grignard reaction, both of which are important in the formation of carbon–carbon bonds.

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Age at death: 64
Years since death: 90

Born: May 6, 1871 · Cherbourg, France
Died: December 13, 1935
Nationality: French
Known for: Science

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Spouse: Augustine Marie Boulant

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