He thought that matter was made up of tiny particles, which is a major part of the modern theory of matter. He was sometimes called the "first modern chemist". He is best known for the Boyle's Law. (jan 1, 1688 – may 31, 1691)
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jan 1, 1688
may 31, 1691
~ 3 years and 4 months