Linus Pauling
American chemist and two-time Nobel laureate
ποΈFebruary 28, 1901 - August 19, 1994
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February 28
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πBiography
Linus Pauling was an American chemist, biochemist, and peace activist. He is the only person to have been awarded two unshared Nobel Prizes.
πMajor Works & Achievements
- β¦1954 Nobel Prize in Chemistry
- β¦1962 Nobel Peace Prize
- β¦Developed the concept of electronegativity
π¬Famous Quotes
"The best way to have a good idea is to have a lot of ideas.
"Facts are the air of scientists.
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