Jean Chacornac

Jean Chacornac (June 21, 1823 – September 23, 1873) was a French astronomer.

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June 21 - 1823 - September 23 - 1873 - Astronomer

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Working in Marseille and Paris, he discovered six asteroids. The asteroid 1622 Chacornac and the Chacornac crater on the Moon are named in his honour.

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Marseille - Paris - Asteroid - 1622 Chacornac - Chacornac crater - Moon

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