Phosphorus and Sulfur experiment (Lavoisier) (jan 1, 1794 – dec 31, 1794)
Description:
In experiments with phosphorus and sulfur, both of which burned readily, Lavoisier showed that they gained weight by combining with air. With lead calx, he was able to capture a large amount of air that was liberated when the calx was heatedAdded to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1794
dec 31, 1794
~ 12 months