Percival Lowell
American astronomer
ποΈMarch 13, 1855 - November 12, 1916
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πBiography
Percival Lowell was an American astronomer known for his observations of Mars and belief in Martian canals, founder of Lowell Observatory which contributed to Pluto's discovery
πMajor Works & Achievements
- β¦Studied Martian canals
- β¦Founded Lowell Observatory
- β¦Predicted existence of Planet X (Pluto)
π¬Famous Quotes
"I see canals on Mars
"Imagination is essential to science
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