Category Archives: History Of Astronomy

Astronomy And Astrology – What Is The Difference?

Astronomy and astrology are often confused with each other, by people who have not studied either discipline. Astronomy is the science of studying the universe around us. You may also like these related articles:Free Telescopes For UK Secondary Schools – … Continue reading →

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Galileo Lays The Foundations For Greatness

Galileo did not invent the telescope, as many people think. But he undoubtedly improved the telescope and was the first to use it for astronomy, making several hugely important discoveries. But before that, let us look at how it all … Continue reading →

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Galileo's Telescopes And Discoveries

We have seen in Galileo Lays The Foundations For Greatness that he had begun a brilliant career with early success and recognition. By the time he was 28 years old, he was at Padua University, holding his second Professorship of … Continue reading →

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