About Karl Ludwig Hencke
Lived 1793 – 1866 (aged 73). Karl Ludwig Hencke was a German astronomer and discoverer of asteroids, known for Minor planet.
Karl Ludwig Hencke (8 April 1793 – 21 September 1866) was a German amateur astronomer and discoverer of minor planets. He is sometimes confused with Johann Franz Encke, another German astronomer. Two years later he discovered his second asteroid 6 Hebe. He also worked on the improvement of star maps.
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Who was Karl Ludwig Hencke?
German astronomer (1793–1866)
When was Karl Ludwig Hencke born?
Karl Ludwig Hencke was born on 8 April 1793 in Drezdenko.
When did Karl Ludwig Hencke die?
Karl Ludwig Hencke died on 21 September 1866 in Kwidzyn.
What was Karl Ludwig Hencke's occupation?
Karl Ludwig Hencke was an astronomer and discoverer of asteroids.
What was Karl Ludwig Hencke known for?
Karl Ludwig Hencke was known for Minor planet.
What nationality was Karl Ludwig Hencke?
Karl Ludwig Hencke was German.
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