Born
December 7, 1905
Tuitjenhorn, Netherlands
Died
December 24, 1973
Mexico City, Mexico
Known for
Netherlands-born American astronomer
Gerard Kuiper (1905–1973) was Netherlands best known for Netherlands-born American astronomer.
Gerard Peter Kuiper (December 7, 1905 – December 24, 1973) was a Netherlands-born American astronomer and planetary scientist. He is considered the father of modern planetary science and speculated about the vast region now known as the Kuiper belt. His discoveries included moons of Uranus and Neptune and atmospheres of Mars and Titan.
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Gerard Kuiper died on December 24, 1973 in Mexico City, Mexico, at the age of 68.
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Gerard Kuiper was born in Tuitjenhorn, Netherlands on December 7, 1905.
What is Gerard Kuiper best known for?
Gerard Kuiper is best known for Netherlands-born American astronomer.
How old was Gerard Kuiper when they died?
Gerard Kuiper was 68 years old at the time of death.
What nationality was Gerard Kuiper?
Gerard Kuiper was from Netherlands.
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