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Edmond Halley

(1656–1742) Mathematician

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Edmond Halley was a mathematician, best known for Miscellanea curiosa.

Quick Facts About Edmond Halley

Born
November 8, 1656
Died
January 14, 1742
Profession
Mathematician
Notable works
Miscellanea curiosa

About Edmond Halley

Edmond Halley was an English astronomer, mathematician and physicist. He was the second Astronomer Royal in Britain, succeeding John Flamsteed in 1720.

Biography source: Wikipedia

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