Alexis Clairaut
French mathematician and astronomer
Born
May 13th, 1713
312 years ago
Died
May 17th, 1765
260 years ago — 52 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
France
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Contributed to mathematics and astronomy through significant works, especially in geophysics. Developed methods to calculate the shape of the Earth and made advancements in the understanding of planetary motion. Participated in various scientific endeavors, including the expedition to measure a meridian arc in Lapland. Published notable works that influenced future generations of scientists and mathematicians.
Calculated the shape of the Earth
Worked on the motion of comets
Published 'Thermometrie', a work on temperature measurement
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