Henry Cavendish

Henry Cavendish (October 10, 1731 - February 24, 1810) was a British scientist.

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October 10 - 1731 - February 24 - 1810 - Scientist

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The grandson of the Second Duke of Devonshire, he attended Cambridge from 1749 to 1753 but left without taking a degree. He inherited a large fortune which enabled him to pursue his scientific studies, most of which remained unpublished during his lifetime.

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Second Duke of Devonshire - Cambridge - 1749 - 1753

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