James David Forbes: Quick Facts
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| Born | April 20, 1809 • Edinburgh • Scotland |
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| Died | December 31, 1868 (aged 59) • Edinburgh • Scotland |
| Subjects Of Study | glacier • heat • heat transfer • polarization • radiant energy • thermal conduction |
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