Antoine Lavoisier was a renowned French chemist, considered as the father of modern chemistry. He introduced many radical ideas and concepts such as the Law of Conservation of Mass, establishing the crucial role of oxygen in combustion, and coining the terms "element" and "compound." Lavoisier is often synonymous with scientific revolution and the start of modern scientific investigation. He contributed greatly to the development of the metric system and was a pioneer in atmospheric chemistry. He was also a notable economist, contributing to the fields of taxation and agriculture. His legacy lives on as a key figure in the history of science and chemistry.