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Friedrich Karl Arnold Schwassmann

1870 – 1964

German astronomer

Astronomer Astrophysicist University teacher
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About Friedrich Karl Arnold Schwassmann

Lived 1870 – 1964 (aged 93). Friedrich Karl Arnold Schwassmann was a German astronomer, astrophysicist, university teacher and discoverer of asteroids.

+ Minor planets discovered: 22

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Important facts

Born
25 March 1870, Hamburg
Birth century
19th century
Died
19 January 1964, Hamburg
Occupation
Astronomer, astrophysicist, university teacher, discoverer of asteroids
Nationality
Germany
Education
University of Göttingen, Leipzig University, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin
Employers
Heidelberg-Königstuhl State Observatory
Also known as
Arnold Schwassmann

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Friedrich Karl Arnold Schwassmann?

German astronomer (1870-1964)

When was Friedrich Karl Arnold Schwassmann born?

Friedrich Karl Arnold Schwassmann was born on 25 March 1870 in Hamburg.

When did Friedrich Karl Arnold Schwassmann die?

Friedrich Karl Arnold Schwassmann died on 19 January 1964 in Hamburg.

What was Friedrich Karl Arnold Schwassmann's occupation?

Friedrich Karl Arnold Schwassmann was an astronomer, astrophysicist, university teacher and discoverer of asteroids.

What nationality was Friedrich Karl Arnold Schwassmann?

Friedrich Karl Arnold Schwassmann was German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Friedrich Karl Arnold Schwassmann

· Wikidata: Q57492

· DBpedia: Friedrich Karl Arnold Schwassmann

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