John Snow (physicist)

John Snow was a pioneering British physicist and inventor known for his work in thermodynamics and refrigeration. He developed an early understanding of heat transfer and the properties of gases, which contributed to advancements in cooling technologies. Snow's research helped improve the design of refrigeration systems and gas engines, impacting industrial processes and energy efficiency. His work laid important groundwork for modern thermodynamics, influencing how we manage and utilize heat and temperature in various engineering applications today.