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Sir Isaac Newton: Facts and Information
Here are some facts about Sir Isaac Newton.
- Isaac Newton was an English mathematician, and one of the most influential scientists ever. He created laws on gravitation and motion which would be used for 300 years.
- Newton was born in Lincolnshire on 25th December 1642.
He attended Trinity College, Cambridge where he worked waiting tables, and at the age of 23 developed a mathematical theory that would become infinitesimal calculus.
- Isaac Newton escaped the effects of the plague in 1665, by being sent home from college for 2 years.
During this time, he came up with his theories on gravity, optics and light.
- Along with the astronomer Edmond Halley, Newton invented a reflecting telescope in 1688, and carried out experiments on the composition of light.
- He became president of the Royal Mint in 1696 and was knighted in 1705.
- Apparently, Newton came up with his well known theory of gravity after seeing an apple fall from a tree.
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