William A. Mitchell

William A. Mitchell
William A. Mitchell
Born	October 21, 1911; Raymond, Minnesota
Died	July 26, 2004 (aged 92); Stockton, California
Nationality	American
Occupation	food chemist
Known for	Invented Pop Rocks, Tang, Cool whip and Powdered Egg Whites

William A. Mitchell (October 21, 1911 – July 26, 2004) was an American food chemist who, while working for General Foods Corporation between 1941 and 1976, was the key inventor behind Pop Rocks, Tang, Cool Whip, and powdered egg whites.^[1] During his career he received over 70 patents.

William A. Mitchell
Born	(1911-10-21)October 21, 1911 Raymond, Minnesota
Died	July 26, 2004(2004-07-26) (aged 92) Stockton, California
Nationality	American
Occupation	food chemist
Known for	Invented Pop Rocks, Tang, Cool whip and Powdered Egg Whites