Christen Thomsen Barfoed
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Summary
Christen Thomsen Barfoed was born on June 16, 1815[1], in Stege[2]. He died on April 30, 1889[3], in Copenhagen[4]. He worked as a chemist[5], university teacher[6], and pharmacist[7]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (16 views/month, #7,300 of 1,000,298).[8]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: Kingdom of Denmark[9]
- Employer: Royal Veterinary and Agricultural University[10]
- Award received: Knight of the Order of the Dannebrog[11], Decoration of the Cross of Honour of the Dannebrog[12], commander of the Order of the Dannebrog[13]
- Member of: Royal Danish Academy of Sciences and Letters[14]
- Sex or gender: male[15]
- Family name: Barfoed[16]
- Given name: Christen[17]
- Described by source: Nordisk familjebok[18]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: Danish[19]
Why It Matters
Christen Thomsen Barfoed is known by 4 alternative names across languages and contexts.[20]
He is credited with the discovery of Barfoed's test[21], a detection reaction[22].
FAQs
Where was Christen Thomsen Barfoed born?
Christen Thomsen Barfoed's place of birth was Stege[2].
Where did Christen Thomsen Barfoed die?
Christen Thomsen Barfoed passed away in Copenhagen[4].
What did Christen Thomsen Barfoed do for work?
Christen Thomsen Barfoed worked as a chemist[5], university teacher[6], and pharmacist[7].
What awards did Christen Thomsen Barfoed receive?
Honors received include Knight of the Order of the Dannebrog[11], Decoration of the Cross of Honour of the Dannebrog[12], and commander of the Order of the Dannebrog[13].
What did Christen Thomsen Barfoed discover?
Christen Thomsen Barfoed is credited as discoverer of Barfoed's test[21].