Hermann Sprengel
German chemist (1834–1906)
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Summary
Hermann Sprengel was born on August 29, 1834[1], in Schillerslage[2]. He died on January 14, 1906[3], in London[4]. He worked as a chemist[5], physicist[6], and inventor[7].
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: Kingdom of Prussia[8]
- Educated at: Heidelberg University[9]
- Doctoral advisor: Robert Bunsen[10]
- Award received: Fellow of the Royal Society[11]
- Member of: Royal Society[12]
- Sex or gender: male[13]
- Family name: Sprengel[14]
- Given name: Hermann[15]
- Described by source: Dictionary of National Biography, second supplement[16]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: German[17]
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Works and Contributions
Things named for Hermann Sprengel include Sprengel explosive[18].
Why It Matters
He is credited with the discovery of Sprengel pump[19]. Entities named for him include Sprengel explosive[18].
FAQs
Where was Hermann Sprengel born?
Hermann Sprengel's place of birth was Schillerslage[2].
Where did Hermann Sprengel die?
Hermann Sprengel died in London[4].
What did Hermann Sprengel do for work?
Hermann Sprengel worked as a chemist[5], physicist[6], and inventor[7].
Where did Hermann Sprengel go to school?
Hermann Sprengel was educated at Heidelberg University[9].
What awards did Hermann Sprengel receive?
Honors received include Fellow of the Royal Society[11].
What did Hermann Sprengel discover?
Hermann Sprengel is credited as discoverer of Sprengel pump[19].