Jeremiah Horrocks
Astronomer and mathematician, predicted transits
Born
1618
407 years ago
Died
January 3rd, 1641
384 years ago — 23 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
England
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An English astronomer and mathematician contributed to early studies of astronomy. Developed methods to calculate the positions of celestial bodies and predicted the transit of Venus across the Sun, which occurred on December 4, 1639. Published observations that advanced understanding of planetary motions and contributed to the field of celestial mechanics. His work laid groundwork for future astronomers and influenced Renaissance scientific thought.
Predicted the transit of Venus in 1639
Published astronomical observations
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