Top 5 accidental inventions & discoveries

From a vengeful chef who created a classic treat to a scientist whose moldy Petri dishes became a life-saving medication, some of today's best-known inventions were the result of accidental discoveries.

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Heleigh Bostwick

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Heleigh Bostwick has been writing for LegalZoom since 2006, touching on topics as diverse as estate planning and kids...

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Updated on: March 24, 2023 · 3 min read


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