Rediscovery of the Elements: Phosphorus (open access)

Rediscovery of the Elements: Phosphorus

Article describing the discovery of phosphorus in 1669 by an alchemist searching for the philosopher's stone, and its use a century later by Lavoisier to help usher in the era of modern chemistry. Tourist information regarding sites pertinent to this history are included.
Date: Spring 2013
Creator: Marshall, James L., 1940- & Marshall, Virginia R.
System: The UNT Digital Library