Harold Jeffreys
Mathematician and geophysicist
Born
April 22nd, 1891
133 years ago
Died
1989
36 years ago — 98 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United Kingdom
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An English mathematician, geophysicist, and astronomer contributed significantly to the fields of geophysics and applied mathematics. Developed the Jeffreys-Bullen model of the Earth's interior structure, which became crucial for understanding seismic waves. Authored several influential texts, including 'Theory of Probability' and 'Earth's Interior'. Served as a professor at the University of Cambridge. Worked on various topics including fluid dynamics and astrophysics.
Developed the Jeffreys-Bullen model
Authored 'Theory of Probability'
Contributed to fluid dynamics
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