We can hardly suppose a possibility of the production of a globular form without a consequent revolution of the nebulous matter, which in the end may… - William Herschel

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We can hardly suppose a possibility of the production of a globular form without a consequent revolution of the nebulous matter, which in the end may settle in a regular rotation about some fixed axis.

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About William Herschel

Sir Frederick William Herschel KH FRS (German: Friedrich Wilhelm Herschel) (15 November 1738 – 25 August 1822) was a German-born British astronomer, technical expert, telescope maker, organist and composer who became famous for discovering Uranus. He also discovered infrared radiation and made many other contributions to astronomy. His sister Caroline Herschel and son, Sir John Herschel, were also notable astronomers.

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Native Name: Friedrich Wilhelm Herschel
Alternative Names: Frederick William Herschel Sir William Herschel Sir Frederick William Herschel
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