Friedrich Wöhler

Chemistry German 1800 – 1882 358 quotes

Synthesized urea, disproving vitalism

Quotes by Friedrich Wöhler

We must always be open to new ideas and new possibilities.

Professional observations 1870

The progress of science depends on the free exchange of ideas.

Professional observations 1875

To understand nature, we must imitate her.

General observation 1828

The artificial production of organic substances is a great step towards understanding life itself.

Letter to Jöns Jacob Berzelius 1828

The vital force is not an insurmountable barrier to chemical synthesis.

Letter to Jöns Jacob Berzelius 1828

I have shown that organic compounds are subject to the same laws as inorganic compounds.

Letter to Jöns Jacob Berzelius 1828

The synthesis of urea is a demonstration of the power of human ingenuity.

Letter to Jöns Jacob Berzelius 1828

The future of chemistry lies in the synthesis of new compounds.

Professional observations 1830

We must not be afraid to challenge established theories.

Professional observations 1835

The pursuit of truth is the highest calling of a scientist.

Personal reflection 1840

Every discovery opens up new avenues for exploration.

Professional observations 1845

The world is full of wonders waiting to be discovered.

Personal reflection 1850

The true measure of a scientist is not the number of discoveries, but the impact of those discoveries.

Professional observations 1855

We must always strive for greater precision and accuracy in our work.

Professional observations 1860

The pursuit of knowledge is a lifelong journey.

Personal reflection 1865

The scientific method is the most powerful tool for understanding the world.

Professional observations 1870

We must never lose our sense of wonder.

Personal reflection 1875

The artificial production of organic substances is a testament to the power of human intellect.

Letter to Jöns Jacob Berzelius 1828

The boundaries of chemistry are constantly expanding.

Professional observations 1830

We must always be prepared to revise our theories in the light of new evidence.

Professional observations 1835