Jacques Cassini: Quick Facts
Facts
| Born | February 18, 1677 • Paris • France |
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| Died | April 15, 1756 or April 16, 1756 • France |
| Notable Works | “De la grandeur et de la figure de la terre” |
| Notable Family Members | father Gian Domenico Cassini • son César-François Cassini de Thury |
| Subjects Of Study | Jupiter • Moon • Saturn |
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