Birthdate: February 5, 1770
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Paris, France
Died: October 7, 1847
Alexandre Brongniart was a versatile French scientist who made significant contributions to various fields such as chemistry, mineralogy, geology, paleontology, and zoology. He collaborated with Georges Cuvier on geological studies around Paris, which led to important advancements in the classification of Tertiary formations. Brongniart also played a pivotal role in establishing geological studies as a scientific subject in the 19th century. Additionally, he founded the Musée national de Céramique-Sèvres and served as director of the Sèvres Porcelain Factory for almost five decades.
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