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Which university did Julius Robert Oppenheimer earn his bachelor's degree from?
Which university did Julius Robert Oppenheimer earn his bachelor's degree from?
- University of Cambridge
- University of California, Berkeley
- Harvard University (correct)
- University of Göttingen
Where was Oppenheimer born?
Where was Oppenheimer born?
- Los Angeles
- Berlin
- New York City (correct)
- Chicago
What is Oppenheimer often credited as?
What is Oppenheimer often credited as?
- Father of quantum mechanics
- Father of nuclear fusion
- Father of the atomic bomb (correct)
- Father of modern physics
In which year did Oppenheimer join the physics department at the University of California, Berkeley?
In which year did Oppenheimer join the physics department at the University of California, Berkeley?
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What significant contribution did Oppenheimer make in nuclear physics?
What significant contribution did Oppenheimer make in nuclear physics?
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Study Notes
Early Life and Education
- Julius Robert Oppenheimer earned his bachelor's degree from Harvard University.
Birthplace
- Oppenheimer was born in New York City.
Recognition
- Oppenheimer is often credited as the "Father of the Atomic Bomb".
Career
- In 1935, Oppenheimer joined the physics department at the University of California, Berkeley.
Contributions
- Oppenheimer made significant contributions to nuclear physics, including the development of the theory of black holes and the concept of "black dwarfs".
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Test your knowledge on the life and contributions of Julius Robert Oppenheimer, the American theoretical physicist known for his role in developing the atomic bomb. Explore his background, achievements, and the impact of his work during World War II.
