Eunice Newton Foote, an American scientist and women's rights activist, celebrated her 204th birth anniversary on July 17th.

Foote made a significant contribution to climate science by discovering the greenhouse effect and its role in Earth's warming.

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She conducted an experiment in 1856 that involved exposing various gases to sunlight and observing their heating effects.

Foote found that carbon dioxide had the most significant heating effect, leading her to conclude its potential to change Earth's temperature.

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Her research established the link between carbon dioxide levels and atmospheric warming, shaping our understanding of climate change.

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Foote became the first woman scientist in the United States to produce two physics studies, solidifying her position as a trailblazer.

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Her work on the greenhouse effect was presented at the annual meeting of the American Association for the Advancement of Science.

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Foote was also a passionate advocate for women's rights, attending the first Woman's Rights Convention in Seneca Falls in 1848.

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Eunice Newton Foote's legacy continues to inspire future generations to pursue scientific inquiry and fight for justice and equality.

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