Herbert Henry Dow
Herbert Henry Dow (born February 26, 1866 in Belleville ( Canada ), † October 15, 1930 in Midland , USA ) was an American chemist and industrialist. Among other things, he developed a process for obtaining bromine from aqueous solution ( brine ) by means of electrolysis . This work led to the establishment of Dow Chemical in Midland , Michigan in 1897 . He remained the owner and the first general manager of his company until his death .
personal data | |
---|---|
SURNAME | Dow, Herbert Henry |
BRIEF DESCRIPTION | American chemist and industrialist |
DATE OF BIRTH | February 26, 1866 |
PLACE OF BIRTH | Belleville ( Canada ) |
DATE OF DEATH | October 15, 1930 |
Place of death | Midland , USA |