About Patrice Bouchet
Born 1953. Patrice Bouchet is a French astrophysicist, known for Neptune's rings, SN 1987A and Small Magellanic Cloud.
Patrice Jean Emmanuel Bouchet de Puyraimond is a French astrophysicist best known for his discovery of the Rings of Neptune, his infrared observations of supernova SN 1987A in the Large Magellanic Cloud, and the dust extinction law in the Small Magellanic Cloud.
The minor planet (MP 4313) Bouchet was named in honor of him.
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Who is Patrice Bouchet?
French astrophysicist
When was Patrice Bouchet born?
Patrice Bouchet was born on 28 March 1953 in Brest.
What is Patrice Bouchet's occupation?
Patrice Bouchet is an astrophysicist.
What is Patrice Bouchet known for?
Patrice Bouchet is known for Neptune's rings, SN 1987A and Small Magellanic Cloud.
What nationality is Patrice Bouchet?
Patrice Bouchet is French.
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