Carl Adolph Agardh facts for kids
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Carl Adolph Agardh
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From the Swedish journal Svenska Familj-Journalen
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| Born | 23 January 1785 |
| Died | 28 January 1859 (aged 74) Karlstad, Sweden
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| Resting place | Lund, Sweden |
| Alma mater | Lund University |
| Known for | Systema algarum |
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| Author abbrev. (botany) | C.Agardh |
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Carl Adolph Agardh was a Swedish botanist and a bishop in the city of Karlstad. He is well-known for his important studies on algae. Algae are simple plant-like organisms that live in water.
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Life of Carl Adolph Agardh
Carl Adolph Agardh was born on January 23, 1785. His hometown was Båstad, which is in the Scania region of Sweden. He started studying at Lund University when he was just 14 years old, in 1799.
His Career in Education
In 1807, Agardh became a teacher of mathematics at Lund University. A few years later, in 1812, he was made a professor of botany. He also taught about the economy of the countryside.
He was chosen to be a member of important groups. In 1817, he joined the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences. Later, in 1831, he became a member of the Swedish Academy. From 1819 to 1820, he was the rector magnificus of Lund University. This means he was the head of the university.
His Work as a Clergyman and Politician
Carl Agardh also became a Lutheran clergyman in 1816. He was a member of the Swedish Parliament several times, starting in 1817. In 1835, he became the bishop of Karlstad. He stayed in this important religious role until he passed away. Carl Agardh died on January 28, 1859, in Karlstad.
Important Books by Agardh
Carl Agardh wrote many books during his life. His most famous work is Systema algarum, published in 1824. This book was a very important study of algae.
Here are some other books he wrote:
- Synopsis algarum Scandinaviae (1817) - This book was about algae found in Scandinavia.
- Species algarum rite cognitae etc. (1823-1828) - Another major work on different types of algae.
- Icones algarum europaearum (1828-1835) - This book included pictures of European algae.
- Essai de réduire la physlologie végétale à des principes fondamentaux (1828) - An essay about plant physiology.
- Lärobok i botanik (1830-1832) - A textbook on botany.
His Family
Carl Adolph Agardh had a son named Jacob Georg Agardh. Jacob also became a famous botanist, just like his father.
See also
In Spanish: Carl Adolph Agardh para niños
