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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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