Philippe de Clermont
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Philippe de Clermont was a French
organic chemist
. He was known for the synthesis of the first organophosphate cholinesterase inhibitor (tetraethyl pyrophosphate
, TEPP). He worked in Adolphe Wurtz's laboratory in Paris.
France
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organic chemist
Organic chemistry
Organic chemistry is a subdiscipline within chemistry involving the scientific study of the structure, properties, composition, reactions, and preparation of carbon-based compounds, hydrocarbons, and their derivatives...
. He was known for the synthesis of the first organophosphate cholinesterase inhibitor (tetraethyl pyrophosphate
Tetraethyl pyrophosphate
Tetraethyl pyrophosphate, abbreviated TEPP, is an organophosphate compound. It is used as a pesticide.This compound is a clear, colorless liquid. It is soluble in water, but hydrolyzes rapidly. It was first synthesized by Philippe de Clermont...
, TEPP). He worked in Adolphe Wurtz's laboratory in Paris.