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Sectional view of Gay-Lussacs lead chambers and absorption towers, 1870. These

Sectional view of Gay-Lussacs lead chambers and absorption towers, 1870. These


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Sectional view of Gay-Lussacs lead chambers and absorption towers, 1870. These

Sectional view of Gay-Lussacs lead chambers and absorption towers, 1870. These were for the large-scale production of sulphuric acid also known as Oil of Vitriol or H2SO4, one of the most important industrial chemicals. Invented in 1827, Gay-Lussacs (1778-1850) method only came into use after the invention by John Glover (1817-1902) of the denitrating tower (E) some thirty years later. From Les Merveilles de l Industrie by Louis Figuier. (Paris, c1870). Engraving

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1778 1850 1827 1870 Acid C1870 Chambers Chemicals Chemistry Figuier Gay Lussac Important Industrial Industrie Invented Invention John Large Scale Lead Louis Merveilles Method Paris Production Science Sectional Sulphuric Thirty Tower Towers View Years Absorption Glover Vitriol


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This print showcases a sectional view of Gay-Lussac's lead chambers and absorption towers, dating back to 1870. These structures played a pivotal role in the large-scale production of sulphuric acid, also known as Oil of Vitriol or H2SO4, which remains one of the most significant industrial chemicals to this day. The method employed by Gay-Lussac, a renowned chemist who lived from 1778 to 1850, was initially invented in 1827. However, it only gained widespread adoption after John Glover introduced his denitrating tower (E) around thirty years later. The intricate engraving featured here is sourced from "Les Merveilles de l'Industrie" by Louis Figuier and offers us a glimpse into the fascinating world of chemistry and industrial innovation during that era. It highlights the complex machinery involved in producing sulphuric acid on such a grand scale. It is important to note that this image should not be associated with any commercial use or specific company; rather, it serves as an educational tool for understanding the historical significance and technological advancements made within this field. As we admire this remarkable piece of history frozen in time through engravings like these, we gain appreciation for the ingenuity and dedication displayed by scientists like Gay-Lussac and Glover in shaping our modern industrial landscape.

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