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Encyclopedia > 1737 in science

The year 1737 in science and technology included many events, some of which are listed here.


See also: 1736 in science, other events of 1737, 1738 in science and the list of years in science.

Contents
1 Chemistry
2 Geology
3 Technology
4 Awards
5 Births
6 Deaths

Chemistry

Geology

  • Francesco Serao is the first person to use the word lava in connection with extruded magma in a short account of the eruption of Mount Vesuvius which took place between May 14 and June 4.
  • October 11 - An earthquake in Calcutta, India causes 300,000 deaths

Technology

  • John Harrison presents the first stable nautical chronometer, thereby allowing for precise longitude determination while at sea

Awards

Births

Deaths



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1737 in science - Encyclopedia, History, Geography and Biography (169 words)
The year 1737 in science and technology included many events, some of which are listed here.
See also: 1736 in science, other events of 1737, 1738 in science and the list of years in science.
Francesco Serao is the first person to use the word lava in connection with extruded magma in a short account of the eruption of Mount Vesuvius which took place between May 14 and June 4.
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