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What was the turning point in the quest for atomic energy and when did it occur?
What was the turning point in the quest for atomic energy and when did it occur?
The turning point in the quest for atomic energy occurred in January 1939.
Which German scientists proved that the bombardment of uranium with neutrons produced radioisotopes of barium, lanthanum, and other elements?
Which German scientists proved that the bombardment of uranium with neutrons produced radioisotopes of barium, lanthanum, and other elements?
Otto Hahn and Fritz Strassmann.
Who provided the clue to German scientists Otto Hahn and Fritz Strassmann?
Who provided the clue to German scientists Otto Hahn and Fritz Strassmann?
Irène Joliot-Curie and Pavle Savić.
Who communicated the significance of the discovery to Niels Bohr?
Who communicated the significance of the discovery to Niels Bohr?
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When did Niels Bohr arrive in New York?
When did Niels Bohr arrive in New York?
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Which country did the Allied powers defeat in Europe before the Trinity test?
Which country did the Allied powers defeat in Europe before the Trinity test?
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Which country vowed to fight to the bitter end in the Pacific despite clear indications of defeat?
Which country vowed to fight to the bitter end in the Pacific despite clear indications of defeat?
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What was the name of the massive invasion planned by the Allied powers?
What was the name of the massive invasion planned by the Allied powers?
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What was the Allied demand for surrender called?
What was the Allied demand for surrender called?
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Who took office as President in mid-April 1945?
Who took office as President in mid-April 1945?
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