Alexander Fleming is one of the most prominent scientists in the history of bacteriology.

Alexander Fleming interesting facts


1. Alexander Fleming was born 138 years ago. He died 64 years ago (data: May 2019).

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2. He became famous for discovering the disinfecting action of lysozyme (an antibacterial enzyme found in tears) and penicillin, which caused the antibiotic revolution.

3. In 1945 he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine.

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Where and when was Alexander Fleming born?

Alexander Fleming was born on August 6, 1881 in the city of Darvel (Great Britain).

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How many years did Alexander Fleming live?

Alexander Fleming lived to be 73 years old.

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Where was he buried?

In the cathedral of St. Paul in London.

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What sign of the Zodiac was Alexander Fleming under?

Lion.

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Where and when did Alexander Fleming die?

Alexander Fleming died on March 11, 1955 in the city of London (Great Britain).

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How did Alexander Fleming die?

He died of a heart attack.

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