henry norris russell

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Noun henry norris russell has 1 sense

Russell, Henry Russell, Henry Norris Russell - United States astronomer who developed a theory of stellar evolution (1877-1957)
--₁ is a kind of astronomer, uranologist, stargazer

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Henry Norris Russell

Noun

Definition: An American astronomer known for developing the Hertzsprung-Russell diagram, which categorizes stars according to their luminosity and temperature.
Definition: The Henry Norris Russell Medal, an award given by the American Astronomical Society, recognizes achievements in astronomical research.

Example Sentences:

Henry Norris Russell's pioneering work on stellar evolution has greatly contributed to our understanding of the universe.
The Henry Norris Russell Medal was awarded to Dr. Smith for his groundbreaking research on quasars.

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