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Sir Frederick William Herschel (15 November 1738 - 25 August 1822) was a German-born British astronomer, technical expert, and composer. Herschel became most famous for the discovery of Uranus in addition to two of its major moons, Titania and Oberon. He also discovered two moons of Saturn and infrared radiation.
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∙ 9y agoWilliam Herschel, the astronomer, was born in Hanover, Germany on November 15, 1738. He died in Slough, United Kingdom on August 25, 1822.
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∙ 13y agoHe Discovered Uranus in 1781.
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Was William Herschel a scientist?
William Herschel could be called a scientist in some ways, but not exactly. Sir William Herschel is known as a composer and an astronomer. He is accredited for the discovery of Uranus after his music led him to an interest in mathematics, and then to astronomy,which inspired him to begin to build telescopes.
What was the full name of William Herschel?
The full name of German born astronomer "William Herschel" is Sir Frederick William Herschel.
What is William Herschel's birthday?
William Herschel was born on November 15, 1738.
When was William Herschel born?
William Herschel was born on November 15, 1738.
Did Sir William Herschel attend school?
Sir William Herschel had a very basic education.
Who discovered NGC 1232?
Galaxy NGC 1232 was discovered by William Herschel.
What has the author William James Herschel written?
William James Herschel has written: 'The origin of finger-printing'
What did Herschel do for astronomy?
William Herschel discovered the planet Uranus in 1781.
Did William Herschel discover Astronomy?
No.
Who studied Uranus?
William Herschel
What nationality was William herschel?
British
Did William Herschel believe in Aliens?
no...
