George Biddell Airy

George Biddell Airy was a 19th-century British astronomer and mathematician known for his work in solar physics and optics. He made significant contributions to our understanding of light and the behavior of telescopes. Airy developed the concept of "Airy disks," which explains how light from stars can be blurred by telescopes, affecting their clarity. His research improved astronomical observations and enhanced our knowledge of the Sun and other celestial bodies. Airy's contributions helped lay the groundwork for modern optical practices in astronomy, enabling clearer and more accurate observation of the universe.