TED-ED: Tycho Brahe, the scandalous astronomer - Dan Wenkel

Tycho Brahe, a 16th-century Danish noble, was a pioneering astronomer known for his accurate planetary observations before telescopes existed. Despite a tumultuous personal life, including a sword duel that cost him part of his nose, Tycho made significant contributions to astronomy. He built Uraniborg, a state-of-the-art observatory, and discovered a new star in Cassiopeia. Later, he moved to Prague, where he worked with Johannes Kepler. Tycho's mysterious death in 1601 led to speculation about mercury poisoning. His life exemplifies the blend of scientific rigor and personal drama.

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