Carl Wilhelm Scheele and Torbern Bergman

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Focusing on the pivotal contributions to chemistry by Carl Wilhelm Scheele and Torbern Bergman, this biography delves into their groundbreaking discoveries, including Scheele's identification of oxygen and the composition of air, alongside Bergman's advancements in analytical and physical chemistry. Anders Lennartson meticulously contextualizes their work within the broader scientific landscape of the 18th century, showcasing their lasting impact on the field and their friendship that fueled their innovative pursuits.