Francis Hauksbee
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For his nephew, see Francis Hauksbee the Younger.
Francis Hauksbee the Elder FRS (1660–1713), also known as Francis Hawksbee, was an 18th-century English scientist best known for his work on electricity and electrostatic repulsion.
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Francis Hauksbee | |
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Born | 1660 |
Died | 29 April 1713(1713-04-29) (aged 52–53) London, England |
Occupation | Scientist |
Known for | Work on electricity and electrostatic repulsion |
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