Which French chemist was one of the first scientists to synthesise organic compounds such as formic acid, methane and acetylene from their elements?

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The correct answer is Marcellin Berthelot.Key Points

The Thomsen-Berthelot principle of thermochemistry was developed by Republican politician and French chemist Marcellin Berthelot.
He created numerous organic compounds from inorganic compounds.
He conducted studies on reaction rates, the synthesis of hydrocarbons, and alcohols and carboxylic acids.
He researched explosive mechanisms and found several compounds of coal tar.

Additional Information

Jacob Berzelius:
- Jacob Berzelius is considered to be one of the founders of modern chemistry.
- He is referred to as the "Father of Swedish Chemistry" in Sweden.
- On August 20th, it is recognised as Berzelius Day in his honour.
Auguste Laurent:
- French chemist Auguste Laurent contributed to the development of organic chemistry by discovering Anthracene, Phthalic acid, and Carbolic acid.
Antoine Lavoisier:
- The scientist and Nobleman Antoine Lavoisier were from France.
- He challenged the phlogiston idea and recognised and called oxygen (1778) and hydrogen (1783).