18th-century Finnish physicists

In the 18th century, Finland was part of the Kingdom of Sweden, and the scientific community there was influenced by the broader developments in European science. While Finland did not produce many renowned physicists specifically recognized as "Finnish" at the time, several notable figures contributed to the fields of natural philosophy, physics, and related sciences.

Johan Gadolin was a Finnish chemist and mineralogist, born on June 5, 1760, and he passed away on August 12, 1852. He is best known for his discovery of the element yttrium in 1794, which he isolated from the mineral gadolinite. The element was named in his honor. Gadolin's work played an important role in the early study of rare earth elements.

Johannes Browallius (or Johannes Browallius the Younger) was a Swedish bishop and scholar, known for his contributions to education and theology in the 17th century. He served as the bishop of the Diocese of Västerås from 1663 until his death in 1701. Browallius was also noted for his efforts to promote the Swedish language and literature, as well as for his work in advancing the education system in Sweden during his time.