Antonio Abetti
Italian astronomer and academic
Born
Died
1928
97 years ago — 82 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Italy
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Contributed significantly to astronomy through both academic and practical work. Held a position at the Osservatorio Astronomico di Firenze and played a crucial role in the advancement of astronomical sciences in Italy. Published notable studies on celestial bodies and participated in various astronomical expeditions, contributing to the understanding of planetary atmospheres and the surface of Mars.
Worked at the Osservatorio Astronomico di Firenze
Studied planetary atmospheres
Conducted research on the surface of Mars
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