Linus Pauling

Linus Pauling

American chemist and two-time Nobel laureate

πŸ—“οΈFebruary 28, 1901 - August 19, 1994
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πŸ“–Biography

Linus Pauling was an American chemist, biochemist, and peace activist. He is the only person to have been awarded two unshared Nobel Prizes.

πŸ†Major Works & Achievements

  • ✦1954 Nobel Prize in Chemistry
  • ✦1962 Nobel Peace Prize
  • ✦Developed the concept of electronegativity

πŸ’¬Famous Quotes

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The best way to have a good idea is to have a lot of ideas.

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Facts are the air of scientists.

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