John Dalton Timeline

(1766 - 1844)

John Dalton was an English chemist, physicist, and meteorologist who is best known for his contributions to the development of modern atomic theory. More Less

Early Life and Education

Sep 5, 1766

1787

1793

1794

1794

1801

1995

Scientific Contributions

1801

1802

1803

Sep 6, 1803

Oct 21, 1803

1808

1814

Recognition and Legacy

1822

1824

1833

Jul 26, 1844

Dec 24, 1940

Personal Life

1822

1837 - 1838

Jul 26, 1844

Jul 27, 1844

Dec 24, 1940

2002

Key Facts

  1. John Dalton proposed the Atomic Theory in 1803, which stated that all matter is made up of small indivisible particles called atoms.
  2. He conducted experiments and research on gases, which led to the formulation of Dalton's Law of Partial Pressures in 1807.
  3. Dalton also made significant contributions to the field of color blindness, conducting extensive studies and publishing several papers on the subject.
  4. He was a keen meteorologist and published a series of books on the topic, including 'Meteorological Observations and Essays' in 1793.
  5. Dalton was one of the founding members of the Manchester Literary and Philosophical Society, where he presented many of his scientific findings.

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