1. Home
  2. / Theodore William Richards
  3. / What did Theodore William Richards mainly focus on in his research?

What did Theodore William Richards mainly focus on in his research?

  • Plant life

  • Atomic weights of chemical elements

  • Human genetics

  • Weather patterns

Answer

Theodore William Richards was an American chemist who is most famous for his research into the atomic weights of chemical elements. He determined the atomic weight of 14 elements and made corrections to the accepted atomic weights of 27 other elements. His work contributed to the development of the periodic table of the elements.
Theodore William Richards: Mastermind of Chemistry

Theodore William Richards: Mastermind of Chemistry

Take the Theodore William Richards Quiz
Subscribe newsletter

Subscribe Now!

Learn something
new everyday

Playing quizzes is free! We send 1 quiz every week to your inbox