John Dalton
English chemist and physicist
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About John Dalton
John Dalton was an English chemist and physicist. He was also a meteorologist and a writer.
His Highlights/Legacy
He is known for his body of work and deep research into colour blindness, which is named as Daltonism after him. He was awarded the Royal Medal in 1826.
His Personal Life
He was born in Cumberland in 1766. He started teaching at his local school at the age of 12 and he spoke Latin fluently by the age of 14! He was never married and he had no kids. He died in 1844 at the age of 77, after having suffered 3 strokes.
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F.A.Q. about John Dalton
When is his birthday?
John Dalton's birthday is on September 6, 1766.
In how many days is his birthday?
John's birthday is in 162 days
How old was John when he died?
He was 77 years old.
When did he die?
He died in July 27, 1844.
How old would he be today?
John Dalton would be 257 years old if he was alive today.
Where was John from?
He was born in Eaglesfield, near Cockermouth, Cumberland, England, UK.