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HEINRICH ROSE German apothecary and chemist who rediscovered columbium and named it niobium, in 1844 : author of chemical books Date: 1795 - 1864

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1795 1844 1864 Apothecary Chemical Chemist Heinrich Named Rediscovered Niobium

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1. Title: "Heinrich Rose: The German Apothecary and Chemist Who Rediscovered Niobium Heinrich Rose (1795-1864) was a renowned German apothecary and chemist, whose significant contributions to the scientific world include the rediscovery and naming of the element niobium in 1844. Born in Hanover, Germany, Rose studied under the famous chemist Johann Christian Friedrich Hölderlin and later became an assistant to the esteemed chemist Leopold Gmelin. Rose's passion for chemistry led him to make several important discoveries. In 1844, while analyzing a mineral sample from Brazil, he identified a new element, which he named niobium, after the mythological Greek goddess of conflict, Niobe. This element was initially known as columbium, but Rose's discovery and naming of it as niobium were later recognized as the correct designation. Throughout his career, Rose authored numerous influential chemical books, including "Handbuch der Anorganischen Chemie" (Manual of Inorganic Chemistry) and "Lehrbuch der Anorganischen Chemie" (Textbook of Inorganic Chemistry). These works provided a comprehensive overview of the field and were widely used by chemists in Europe and beyond. Rose's dedication to the pursuit of knowledge and his significant contributions to the field of chemistry have left an indelible mark on the scientific community. This photograph captures the image of a brilliant mind at work, shaping the future of chemistry through his groundbreaking discoveries and authoritative texts. [Image Description: A portrait photograph of Heinrich Rose, a German apothecary and chemist, dressed in formal attire, with a serious expression and piercing gaze. He is seated against a plain background, holding a quill pen and a sheet of paper. A mortar and pestle, a test tube, and a beaker are visible on the table behind him.]

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