Johannes Kepler

Definition

Johannes Kepler was a German astronomer who lived from 1571 to 1630. He is best known for discovering the laws of planetary motion. These laws showed that planets orbit the sun in elliptical orbits and that the speed of a planet is faster when it is closer to the sun.

How can the word be used?

Kepler died in Regensburg, Germany, in 1630.

Different forms of the word

There are no other forms of the word "Johannes Kepler" other than the full name itself.

Etymology

The name "Johannes Kepler" is of German origin. The name "Johannes" is a masculine given name that is derived from the Hebrew name "Yochanan", which means "God is gracious". The name "Kepler" is a German surname that originated as a habitational name from any of the places called Kepler, from the Old High German personal name Kepfel.

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What is Johannes Kepler famous for?