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Hill (1907-1969) was an organic and analytical chemist, educator, and one of the first Black women to earn a Master's in Chemistry. She co-authored over 40 research papers and published two textbooks with her husband, General College Chemistry and Experiments in Organic Chemistry.
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January 5, 1907, South Mills, NC
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February 12, 1969 (age 62), Frankfort, KY
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Carl McClellan Hill
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Organic & Analytical Chemist, Chemistry Professor
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University of Pennsylvania, Virginia State University
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*some sources say April 6, 1845
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