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Joseph Black

Scientist who discovered carbon dioxide and latent heat

Did you know?He was a close friend of economist Adam Smith and served as one of the executors of his estate.

Joseph Black (16 April 1728 – 6 December 1799) was a Scottish physicist and chemist, known for his discoveries of magnesium, latent heat, specific heat, and carbon dioxide.

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Age at death: 71
Years since death: 226

Born: April 16, 1728 · Bordeaux, France
Died: December 6, 1799
Nationality: British
Known for: Science

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