How can a simple piece of metal gauze stop a flame? 🔥 It was this discovery that led to an invention that saved thousands of lives: the Davy lamp. Humphry Davy was born on this day in 1778. Among many achievements, he is remembered for inventing the field of electrochemistry and discovering several chemical elements. And for being an Ri superstar, of course! Do not try these demonstrations at home. | Royal Institution of Great Britain
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Humphry Davy's miners' safety lamp
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