1760 in science - Definition and Overview

The year 1760 in science and technology included many events, some of which are listed here.

See also: 1759 in science, other events of 1760, 1761 in science and the list of years in science.

Geology

• John Michell suggests earthquakes are caused by one layer of rocks rubbing against another

Awards

• Copley Medal: Benjamin Wilson

Births

• June 5 – Johan Gadolin, Finnish chemist and mineralogist (died 1852)

Deaths