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Laplace
Pierre Simon , Marquis de Laplace. 1749-- 1827, French mathematician, physicist, and astronomer. He formulated the nebular hypothesis (1796). He also developed the theory of probability


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PIERRE-SIMON LAPLACE (1749--1827) Evolving from relatively humble origins in Normandy, history unkindly recognizes Laplace as a self-serving scientist.
The cosmos corner by Davis, Laurie / Academic Exchange Quarterly
French mathematician and astronomer Pierre-Simon Laplace presented a more quantitative argument in 1796.
Planet formation on the fast track: growing up in a hurry by Cowen, Ron / Science News
 
 
 
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