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Annie Jump Cannon, Astronomer
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Annie Jump Cannon revolutionized astronomy with her star classification system, holding the record for identifying the most stars globally. In 1925, she became the first woman to receive a doctor of science degree from Oxford University. This biography highlights her groundbreaking contributions to science and her innovative method of ranking stars by heat, showcasing her remarkable achievements in a male-dominated field.
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Annie Jump Cannon, Astronomer, Carole Gerber
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- 2011
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- Title
- Annie Jump Cannon, Astronomer
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Carole Gerber
- Publisher
- Pelican Publishing Company
- Released
- 2011
- Format
- Hardcover
- ISBN13
- 9781589809116
- Category
- Astronomy / Space / Cosmonautics, Nature in general, Biographies and Thoughts
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- Annie Jump Cannon revolutionized astronomy with her star classification system, holding the record for identifying the most stars globally. In 1925, she became the first woman to receive a doctor of science degree from Oxford University. This biography highlights her groundbreaking contributions to science and her innovative method of ranking stars by heat, showcasing her remarkable achievements in a male-dominated field.