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Galileo Galilei (15 Feb. 1564 – 8 Jan. 1642), known as the father of modern physics, was a supporter of the Copernican system and made much use of the telescope in his observation of the solar system. He discovered the four largest moons of Jupiter, known as the Galilean moons in his honour. Galileo first observed and published the phases of Venus, thus supporting the heliocentric theory, and made many other discoveries, including the rings of Saturn and that the fixed stars were actually suns, perceived as small because of immense distance. He argued vehemently against Aristotle and Ptolemy. His views were declared heretical and although he ended his life under house arrest, he has become one of the most influential scientists in history.
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