Profession:Chemist
Biography: Kazimierz Fajans was a Polish-American physical chemist who made substantial contributions to the field of radiochemistry. A prominent part of his research work was carried out in collaboration with British scientistFrederick Soddy, focusing on understanding the behavior and properties of radioactive substances.
In 1913, Fajans and Soddy independently developed what is now known as the radioactive displacement law, also known as Fajans' rules. These rules described the predictable way in which atoms transform during the process of radioactive decay. The rules were a significant step forward in the understanding of atomic structure, highlighting how during radioactive decay, atoms can move along the periodic table in a predictable way.
Fajans is also known for his pioneering work in chemical kinetics and the study of the electronic structure of crystals. His work was instrumental in shaping the modern understanding of radioactivity and its role in chemistry and physics.
Born:May 27,1887
Birthplace: Warsaw, Poland
Generation:Lost Generation
Star Sign:Gemini
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