DIRECTORY PART 2
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Which scientist was awarded the Nobel Prize for their research on the cellular basis of behavior?

  • Eric Kandel (correct)
  • Peter Higgs
  • Mario J. Molina
  • Mae Carol Jemison

    • What breakthrough contribution is associated with Donna Strickland?

  • Development of chirped pulse amplification (correct)
  • Investigation of elementary particle mass
  • Identification of cystic fibrosis gene
  • Discovery of chlorofluorocarbon effects

    • Which prize was awarded to Mario J. Molina in recognition of his work on the environmental effects of CFCs?

  • Nobel Prize in Physics
  • Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine
  • National Medal of Science
  • Nobel Prize in Chemistry (correct)

    • What significant scientific accomplishment is attributed to Lap-Chee Tsui?

    <p>Identification of the cystic fibrosis gene</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scientist made significant contributions to understanding chromosome stability through their research on telomeres?

    <p>Carol Greider</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which theory did Fred Hoyle support that maintains a constant density of matter as the Universe expands?

    <p>Steady State Theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Irene Uchida primarily investigate in her research?

    <p>Effect of X-rays on chromosomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Katherine Johnson's significant contributions were in the area of?

    <p>Mathematics for space missions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which contribution is Yvonne Brill most known for?

    <p>Development of a propulsion system for unmanned spacecraft</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What major scientific achievement is Abdus Salam credited with proposing?

    <p>Electroweak theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Vera Rubin's discoveries contradicted which of Newton's principles?

    <p>Gravity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of health conditions did Irene Uchida examine in relation to chromosome differences?

    <p>Congenital abnormalities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key role of Katherine Johnson in the Apollo 11 mission?

    <p>Determining the flight path</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Vera Rubin demonstrate about the Andromeda Galaxy?

    <p>Stars orbit at consistent speeds regardless of their distance from the center</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which theory was Fred Hoyle critical of during his career?

    <p>Big Bang Theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

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