Francis Line

Deceased Person

1595 – 1675

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Who was Francis Line?

Francis Line, also known as Linus of Liège, was a Jesuit priest and scientist. He is known for inventing a magnetic clock.' He is noted as a contemporary critic of the theories and work of Isaac Newton. He also challenged Robert Boyle and his law of gases.

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Born
1595
Employment
  • Society of Jesus
Died
Nov 15, 1675

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on July 23, 2013

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