Was anything named in Biot's honor?
No
Yes, a mineral
Yes, a star
Yes, a city
Answer
In addition to his many contributions to science, Biot is also commemorated in the name of a mineral, biotite. Biotite is a type of mica, and it is found in a variety of igneous and metamorphic rocks. It is a dark-colored mineral, and it is often used as a gemstone.
Biot's Brilliant Mind: Unraveling the Legacy of Jean-Baptiste Biot
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