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In 1807, what did Humphry Davy attempt to do?
In 1807, what did Humphry Davy attempt to do?
Humphry Davy attempted to harness electricity to rip apart a caustic chemical called potash.
What did Humphry Davy discover as a result of his experiment?
What did Humphry Davy discover as a result of his experiment?
Humphry Davy discovered a new element called potassium.
What did the discovery of 92 elements reveal?
What did the discovery of 92 elements reveal?
The discovery of 92 elements revealed that everything in our world, from the diversity of nature to the complexity of man, is made from these elements.
Who is the author of the text?
Who is the author of the text?
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What is described as one of the greatest detective stories in the history of science?
What is described as one of the greatest detective stories in the history of science?
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