Urbain Le Verrier
Urbain Le Verrier was a French mathematician and astronomer known for his pivotal role in the discovery of the planet Neptune. His meticulous calculations, based on the gravitational perturbations of Uranus, accurately predicted the position of Neptune, which led to its observation in 1846. Le Verrier's work exemplified the power of mathematical prediction in astronomy and sparked rivalries and collaborations among European scientists.
Born on Mar 11, 1811 (214 years old)
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Urbain Le Verrier was a key figure in the discovery of Neptune, predicting its exact position through complex calculations.
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