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Dr. K. Wray (2022) questioned my suggestion that T. W. Richards should be included as one of the scientists who contributed to the discovery of isotopes. This article provides additional support for inclusion of Richards as a contributor to the discovery.
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Eaton, G.R. Response to the critique by Dr. K. Brad Wray, published in foundations of chemistry October 6, 2022. Found Chem 25, 457–461 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10698-023-09473-y
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