What significant honor was given to Edwin Hubble posthumously?
A space telescope was named after him
A Nobel prize in Physics
An Olympic gold medal in Athletics
An Oscar for Best Documentary
Answer
A space telescope was named after Edwin Hubble posthumously in recognition of his contributions to the field of astronomy. The Hubble Space Telescope, launched in 1990, has been used to observe objects in space and has made many important discoveries.
Exploring the Cosmos: Discovering Edwin Hubble's Universe
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