James Keir

James Keir FRS (20 September 1735 – 11 October 1820) was a Scottish chemist, geologist, industrialist, and inventor, and an important member of the Lunar Society of Birmingham.

Read more about James Keir:  Life and Work, Selected Non-scientific Writings, Honours and Memorials

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