John Dalton

Chemistry English 1766 – 1844 342 quotes

Developed modern atomic theory

Quotes by John Dalton

The pressure of the atmosphere varies with altitude.

Book 1793

Dalton's law: partial pressures sum to total pressure.

Paper 1801

On my deathbed, I see atoms clearly now.

Last Words 1844

A witty chemist mixes elements with jest.

Speech 1820

Reflections on life: science is my religion.

Diary 1838

The meaning of existence lies in the structure of matter.

Letter 1815

In correspondence with Berzelius: Your views complement mine.

Letter 1812

From a lecture: Behold the invisible world of atoms!

Speech 1825

Personal note: Color blindness is no hindrance to sight.

Journal 1800

Key passage: Weights of atoms are invariable.

Book 1808

Interview quote: I stumbled upon atomic theory by chance.

Interview 1830

Witty remark: Atoms don't argue; they just combine.

Conversation 1818

Observation: Gases expand with heat.

Experiment Notes 1800

Reflection: The universe is a grand chemical laboratory.

Personal Writing 1840

From letter to a student: Persevere in your studies.

Letter 1823

Aphorism: Truth in science endures forever.

Essay 1835

Comeback to critic: Experiments silence doubt.

Correspondence 1810

On politics: Science unites nations.

Speech 1832

Artistic view: Crystals are nature's sculptures.

Lecture 1827

Humor: My eyes see red as yellow, but truth is colorblind.

Letter 1796