Who is Stephen Hawking?
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What was Stephen Hawking's primary field of study?

  • Particle physics
  • Cosmology (correct)
  • Astrophysics
  • Quantum mechanics
  • What was the title of Hawking's best-selling book that aimed to make complex scientific concepts accessible to the public?

  • A Brief History of the Universe
  • The Theory of Everything
  • A Beginner's Guide to Cosmology
  • A Brief History of Time (correct)
  • Which of the following concepts did Hawking propose in his work on black holes?

  • Dark matter
  • Gravitational waves
  • Hawking radiation (correct)
  • String theory
  • How did Hawking communicate despite his physical limitations?

    <p>By using a speech-generating device attached to his wheelchair</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of Hawking's life story?

    <p>It inspired people to overcome adversity and pursue knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where was Stephen Hawking born?

    <p>Oxford, England</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Hawking's primary contribution to the field of black hole research?

    <p>The concept of black hole thermodynamics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Hawking's book 'A Brief History of Time' impact the public's understanding of science?

    <p>It aimed to make complex scientific concepts accessible to the general public</p> Signup and view all the answers

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