Edwin Hubble
Edwin Hubble was an American astronomer who played a crucial role in expanding our understanding of the universe. Born in 1889, Hubble initially studied law before pursuing a career in astronomy.
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Born in 1889, Hubble initially studied law before pursuing a career in astronomy. His research was instrumental in establishing that our Milky Way galaxy is just one of many galaxies in the universe, thus proving the existence of other galaxies beyond our own. Hubble also formulated the Hubble's law, which states that the velocity at which a galaxy is moving away from us is directly proportional to its distance, leading to the concept of the expanding universe. He made numerous astronomical observations and discoveries using the powerful Mount Wilson Observatory telescope, and his work helped lay the foundation for our current understanding of cosmology. Hubble's contributions revolutionized the field of astronomy and earned him numerous accolades, including the prestigious Gold Medal of the Royal Astronomical Society. His work continues to inspire and inform astronomers and scientists to this day.