Earle B. Phelps, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Earle B. Phelps

American scientist

Date of Birth: 10-Jul-1876

Place of Birth: Galesburg, Illinois, United States

Date of Death: 29-May-1953

Profession: chemist, microbiologist

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Cancer

Earle Bernard Phelps (July 10, 1876 – May 29, 1953) was a chemist, bacteriologist and sanitary expert who served in governmental positions and as an academic in some of the leading universities in the U.S.
He is known for his contributions in sewage disinfection, water chlorination, sewage treatment, milk pasteurization, shellfish control, and for describing the “oxygen sag curve” in surface water bodies.