Atmosphere of Venus6 June 1761
Lomonosov observes a luminous arc during the transit of Venus and concludes that the planet possesses an atmosphere.
Historical person
Mikhail Lomonosov Biography
Historical biography and chronological timeline for Mikhail Lomonosov, based on 1 World History Database records associated with Russia.
1 records1761–17611 events1 places
Chronological biography
1761
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