Fourcroy, Antoine-Francois (Comte De)

Pronunciation
/foor-KRWAH, an-TWAN-FRWAN-swah (kont də)/
Category
Historical Figure
Singular
Fourcroy, Antoine-Francois (Comte De)
Plural
Fourcroy, Antoine-Francois (Comte De)

Definition

A French chemist known for his contributions to the field of entomology and chemistry during the 18th century.

Etymology

Named after Antoine-François, Comte de Fourcroy, from French nobility titles and given names.

Example

Antoine-François, Comte de Fourcroy, made significant contributions to the study of insects through his chemical research.

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Usage Notes

Fourcroy's work laid foundational principles for both chemistry and entomology, as he was involved in the classification and study of various chemical substances and their effects on living organisms.