Edward Goodrich Acheson
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Edward Goodrich Acheson (March 9, 1856 – July 6, 1931) was an American chemist.[1] Born in Washington, Pennsylvania, he was the inventor of the Acheson process, which is still used to make silicon carbide (carborundum)[2][3] and later a manufacturer of carborundum and graphite.
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Edward G. Acheson | |
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Born | (1856-03-09)March 9, 1856 |
Died | July 6, 1931(1931-07-06) (aged 75) New York City, USA |
Nationality | American |
Known for | silicon carbide |
Awards | John Scott Medal (1894) John Scott Medal (1901) Perkin Medal (1910) Edward Goodrich Acheson Award (1929) |
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