Robert Boyle
Anglo-Irish natural philosopher, chemist, physicist, and inventor
1627 — 1691
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Profession
Anglo-Irish natural philosopher, chemist, physicist, and inventor
Born
January 25, 1627
Died
1691 (age ~64)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
physicist, chemist, philosopher
Born in Lismore CastleDied in London
1627
Born in Lismore Castle (1627-01-25)
1635
EducationStudied at Eton College (1635–1638)
1660
AwardFellow of the Royal Society
1691
Died in London
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Robert Boyle was an Anglo-Irish natural philosopher, chemist, physicist, alchemist and inventor. Boyle is largely regarded today as the first modern chemist, and therefore one of the founders of modern chemistry, and one of the pioneers of modern experimental scientific method.
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Who is Robert Boyle?+
Robert Boyle was an Anglo-Irish natural philosopher, chemist, physicist, alchemist and inventor. Boyle is largely regarded today as the first modern chemist, and therefore one of the founders of modern chemistry, and one of the pioneers of modern experimental scientific method.
What does the name Robert mean?+
The name Robert means "A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From Robert, from the Old - cognate of (normalised form: ), from *Hrōþiberht, from lit=shining glory. Rupert.". It is of English origin.
When was Robert Boyle born?+
Robert Boyle was born on January 25, 1627.
When did Robert Boyle die?+
Robert Boyle died in 1691, at approximately 64 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From Robert, from the Old - cognate of (normalised form: ), from *Hrōþiberht, from lit=shining glory. Rupert.
The name Robert is of English origin, meaning "A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From Robert, from the Old - cognate of (normalised form: ), from *Hrōþiberht, from lit=shining glory. Rupert.". It is traditionally a male name.
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