About Germain Henri Hess
Lived 1802 – 1850 (aged 48). Germain Henri Hess was a Russian chemist, physician and mineralogist, known for Hess's law and Thermochemistry.
Germain Henri Hess (; 7 August 1802 – ) was a Swiss-Russian chemist and medical doctor who formulated Hess' law, an early principle of thermochemistry.
Early life and education Hess was born on 7 August 1802 in Geneva, France (Switzerland after 1815).
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Who was Germain Henri Hess?
Swiss chemist (1802–1850)
When was Germain Henri Hess born?
Germain Henri Hess was born on 26 July 1802 in Geneva.
When did Germain Henri Hess die?
Germain Henri Hess died on 30 November 1850 in Saint Petersburg.
What was Germain Henri Hess's occupation?
Germain Henri Hess was a chemist, physician and mineralogist.
What was Germain Henri Hess known for?
Germain Henri Hess was known for Hess's law and Thermochemistry.
What nationality was Germain Henri Hess?
Germain Henri Hess was Russian.
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