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Who was the first person to discover natural radioactivity?
Who was the first person to discover natural radioactivity?
- Albert Einstein
- André-Louis Debierne
- Marie Curie
- Antoine Henri Becquerel (correct)
In what year did André-Louis Debierne isolate radium?
In what year did André-Louis Debierne isolate radium?
- 1910 (correct)
- 1903
- 1896
- 1911
What was the primary focus of Henri Becquerel's research?
What was the primary focus of Henri Becquerel's research?
- The effects of radiation on living organisms
- Chemical properties of radium
- Development of X-ray imaging
- Phosphorescence and its relation to radioactivity (correct)
What term did Marie Curie coin to describe the energy released during atomic disintegration?
What term did Marie Curie coin to describe the energy released during atomic disintegration?
What significant accomplishment is associated with Marie Curie in relation to the Nobel Prizes?
What significant accomplishment is associated with Marie Curie in relation to the Nobel Prizes?
What significant contribution did Carver make to the agricultural industry in the South?
What significant contribution did Carver make to the agricultural industry in the South?
What did Thomas Hunt Morgan confirm through his work in genetics?
What did Thomas Hunt Morgan confirm through his work in genetics?
Which honor did Carver receive in 1923 for his outstanding achievements?
Which honor did Carver receive in 1923 for his outstanding achievements?
What role did Carver hold at the Tuskegee Institute?
What role did Carver hold at the Tuskegee Institute?
In which field did Thomas Hunt Morgan begin his postgraduate studies?
In which field did Thomas Hunt Morgan begin his postgraduate studies?
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Who was George Washington Carver?
Who was George Washington Carver?
George Washington Carver was a renowned agricultural scientist known for his innovative work with peanuts and sweet potatoes. He developed over 400 marketable products from these crops, including oils, dyes, and plastics, which helped boost the Southern economy and its agricultural industry.
What was Thomas Hunt Morgan known for?
What was Thomas Hunt Morgan known for?
He studied the inheritance of traits in fruit flies. He discovered that genes are located on chromosomes, and he mapped the location of specific genes.
How did Carver's work impact the South's economy?
How did Carver's work impact the South's economy?
Carver's work with peanuts and other crops revitalized the South's economy after the Civil War. His innovative products created new markets and helped to diversify the region's agriculture.
What was Carver's view on education?
What was Carver's view on education?
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How did Carver contribute to the education of ex-slaves?
How did Carver contribute to the education of ex-slaves?
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Radioactivity
Radioactivity
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Henri Becquerel
Henri Becquerel
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Becquerel (Bq)
Becquerel (Bq)
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Marie Curie
Marie Curie
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Nuclear Decay
Nuclear Decay
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Scientists Who Changed History
- This book profiles influential scientists throughout history.
- It highlights pivotal discoveries and advancements.
- Individual scientists are covered in separate chapters, each including their milestones and contributions.
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Test your knowledge on the pioneers of radioactivity and their significant contributions. Learn about figures like Marie Curie, Henri Becquerel, and Thomas Hunt Morgan. Understand how their work shaped scientific research and agriculture.
