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Mercury has been observed for thousands of years, as early as the time of the Babylonians, who mentioned it in writing some 3000 years ago. The exact person who first discovered the planet has been lost to time, and is therefore indeterminate. Greek and Roman Names Known by the two names Apollo and Hermes in Greek, the planet was named Mercury by the Romans, likely due to its "rapid" movement, just after sunset or just before dawn. See link below for more information.

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What two people discovered Neptune?

john couch Adams and Joseph jean Urbain Le verrier first discovered Neptune... Le Verrier got all the credit Adams wasnt even mentioned


Who discovered Neptune together?

Neptune was discovered by German astronomer Johann Galle and French mathematician Urbain Le Verrier in 1846. Le Verrier had calculated the planet's existence based on discrepancies in the orbit of Uranus, and Galle confirmed its existence by observing it through a telescope.


What scientist discovered Neptune?

The astronomer Galle, assisted by d'Arrest, discovered Neptune. Credit is also given to Adams and Le Verrier. They were mathematicians who predicted the position of Neptune. Le Verrier persuaded astronomers to search for the new planet.


What planet was discovered by urbain le verrier and john couch Adams in 1846?

The planet discovered by Urbain Le Verrier and John Couch Adams in 1846 was Neptune. Their calculations independently predicted the existence and location of this new planet, which was later confirmed through observations.


What is Urbain Le Verrier's birthday?

Urbain Le Verrier was born on March 11, 1811.


When was Urbain Le Verrier born?

Urbain Le Verrier was born on March 11, 1811.


What country was Urbain Le Verrier born in?

Urbain Le Verrier was born in France.


When did Urbain Le Verrier die?

Urbain Le Verrier died on September 23, 1877 at the age of 66.


Who was first to discover the planet neptune?

Neptune was discovered by Urbain Le Verrier, John Couch Adams, and Johann Galle


When discovered planet?

Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn have been known since at least 2000BC.Uranus was discovered by William Herschel on April 26, 1781.Neptune was discovered by Johann Gottfried Galle and Urbain Le Verrier on September 23, 1846.Pluto was discovered by Clyde Tombaugh on February 18, 1930


How old was Urbain Le Verrier at death?

Urbain Le Verrier died on September 23, 1877 at the age of 66.


Did Newton find Neptune?

No. The existence of Neptune was predicted in 1821 by Alexis Boulevard and was later discovered by Urbain Le Verrier in 1846. Newton died in 1727.