Ole Rømer
Danish astronomer (*1644 – †1710)
1644 — 1710
Quick Facts
Profession
Danish astronomer (*1644 – †1710)
Born
September 25, 1644
Died
1710 (age ~66)
Name Origin
Scandinavian
Timeline
astronomer, judge, mathematician
Kingdom of DenmarkBorn in AarhusDied in Copenhagen
1644
Born in Aarhus (1644-09-25)
1662
EducationStudied at University of Copenhagen
1710
Died in Copenhagen
About
Ole Christensen Rømer was a Danish astronomer who, in 1676, first demonstrated that light travels at a finite speed. Rømer also invented the modern thermometer showing the temperature between two fixed points, namely the points at which water boils and freezes.
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Who is Ole Rømer?+
Ole Christensen Rømer was a Danish astronomer who, in 1676, first demonstrated that light travels at a finite speed. Rømer also invented the modern thermometer showing the temperature between two fixed points, namely the points at which water boils and freezes.
What does the name Ole mean?+
The name Ole means "a male given name. Etymology: Medieval short form of Olaf.". It is of Scandinavian origin.
When was Ole Rømer born?+
Ole Rømer was born on September 25, 1644.
When did Ole Rømer die?+
Ole Rømer died in 1710, at approximately 66 years of age.
Name Meaning
a male given name. Etymology: Medieval short form of Olaf.
The name Ole is of Scandinavian origin, meaning "a male given name. Etymology: Medieval short form of Olaf.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Libra
Diplomatic, gracious, fair-minded
Air · Venus · Sep 23 – Oct 22
Chinese Zodiac
Monkey
Sharp, smart, curious
Wood · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
6 Kan
Seed — abundance, growth, fertility
Celtic Tree
Vine
Empathetic, refined, romantic
Ogham: Muin · Sep 2 – Sep 29
Birthstone: Sapphire — Truth, loyalty
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— a researcher
I quote you in class. The students always lean in.
— a science teacher
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