Joseph Priestley

Joseph Priestley (1733-1804) was an English theologian, chemist, and philosopher best known for discovering oxygen and pioneering the invention of carbonated water. His wide-ranging contributions to science, including the isolation of various gases, positioned him as a leading figure in the Enlightenment era. Priestley was also a prominent advocate for religious and political reform, influencing both scientific and social thought in his time.

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