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Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar

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1910 — 1995

Explore the pivotal moments in the life of Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar, the eminent astrophysicist known for his groundbreaking work on stellar evolution and black holes. This timeline delves into his significant achievements, contributions to science, Nobel Prize win, and enduring impact on astrophysics.

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Born October 19, 1910
Died August 21, 1995
Known as Astrophysicist
Lahore, British India (now Pakistan)

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