Richard Kirwan was a chemist, best known for Elements of mineralogy.
Quick Facts About Richard Kirwan
Born
August 1, 1733
Died
June 1, 1812
Profession
Chemist
Notable works
Elements of mineralogy
About Richard Kirwan
Richard Kirwan, LL.D, FRS, FRSE MRIA was an Irish geologist and chemist of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland. He was one of the last supporters of the theory of phlogiston.
