Erling Porsild
Danish-Canadian botanist (1901-1977) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Alf Erling Porsild (1901–1977) was a Danish-Canadian botanist.
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Alf Erling Porsild | |
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Born | (1901-01-17)January 17, 1901 |
Died | November 14, 1977(1977-11-14) (aged 76) |
Nationality | Danish-Canadian |
Known for | Flora of the Arctic, coining the word pingo |
Awards | Massey Medal for 1966 |
Scientific career | |
Fields | Botany |
Institutions | National Museum of Canada |
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