Paul-Émile Lecoq de Boisbaudran

Paul-Émile Lecoq de Boisbaudran was a French chemist known for his discovery of the element gallium in 1875. He developed techniques for analyzing materials, particularly using spectroscopy, which allows scientists to identify substances by studying their light spectra. His work contributed significantly to the field of analytical chemistry, helping to advance our understanding of elements and their properties. Lecoq de Boisbaudran's research not only expanded the periodic table but also laid the groundwork for modern methods of chemical analysis, influencing various scientific fields, including materials science and physics.