Late Scientific Revolution - Edmund Haley

The video discusses Edmund Halley, a prominent astronomer of the scientific revolution. It highlights his education at Cambridge and his significant contributions to astronomy, including his star catalog of the Southern Hemisphere. Halley is best known for his work on comet orbits, particularly his prediction of the return of Halley's Comet. The video concludes by acknowledging the impact of early scientific pioneers on modern discovery.

What theory did Halley propose regarding comet sightings?

What was the outcome of Halley's prediction about the comet's return?