Halley of Halley's comet

Answer:

EDMOND

Hint:

This 17th-century astronomer calculated the orbit of the famous comet that now bears his name and also served as England's second Astronomer Royal.

Explanation:

This clue refers to the astronomer Edmond Halley, who discovered the famous comet now named after him. The name "Halley" in the clue is a direct hint to his surname, but the answer is his first name, "Edmond." It’s a straightforward reference to a well-known historical figure in science, with no wordplay involved.

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