1638 in science
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The year 1638 in science and technology included many events, some of which are listed here.
Galileo performed the first experiment to determine the speed of light in 1638. He concluded that the speed of light was finite and measurable.
See also: 1637 in science, other events of 1638, 1639 in science and the list of years in science.
[edit] Births
- Nicolas Steno: Dutch pioneer in early-modern geology (died 1686)
