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“Somebody is always reflectively monkeying with some of the parts of an infinite universe - monkeying as distinct from aping.”

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Willis R. Whitney
Willis R. Whitney

Willis R. Whitney was an outstanding chemist known for his contributions to the field of organic chemistry. He was born on August 11, 1868, and passed away on January 9, 1958. Whitney played a significant role in the development of the chemical industry, particularly in the synthesis of dyes and drugs. more

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