Question : In 1664, who discovered the fifth star in the Trapezium, an asterism (mini-constellation) in the constellation Orion?
Option 1: George Willis Ritchey
Option 2: Giordano Bruno
Option 3: Johannes Kepler
Option 4: Robert Hooke
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Correct Answer: Robert Hooke
Solution : The correct answer is Robert Hooke .
In 1664, Robert Hooke found the fifth star in the Trapezium, an asterism in Orion's constellation. He was an English scientist and inventor best recognised for his contributions to microscopic observations, optics, and elasticity.
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