Do you know these people? (Image Credit: PhotoDisc)
Name the Scientist
Can you identify these men and women who have changed the world through their observations, measurements, descriptions, and hours of study?
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This person is known for his contributions to the study of physics and for having an apple fall on his head. Can you name the scientist?
2
This American contributed greatly to the science of agriculture, and he also helped shape the future lunches of many Americans by inventing peanut butter. Can you name the scientist?
3
This person won the Nobel Prize twice--once in physics and once in chemistry. Can you name the scientist?
4
This astronomer discovered eight nebulas and three comets and was awarded the gold medal of the Royal Astronomical Society in 1828. Can you name the scientist?
5
This data-processing pioneer is credited with creating the first compiler and also helped develop two computer languages. Can you name the scientist?
6
This person is considered the founder of the science of microbiology. Can you name the scientist?
7
This scientist is most famous for studying reflex behaviors, especially in dogs. Can you name the scientist?
8
This English scientist was the first to describe the fundamental optical principles of the telescope. Can you name the scientist?
9
This astronomer made precise measurements of our solar system and hundreds of stars prior to the invention of the telescope in the early 17th century, correcting errors in the standard astronomical tables of the day. Can you name the scientist? (Hint: This person is also known for having a prosthetic nose made of gold and silver.)
10
This scientist was the first person to identify nuclear fission, in 1939. Can you name the scientist?
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The written version of a series of lectures by this scientist became a standard reference in physics. In photographs he is often shown indulging in one of his favorite pastimes--playing the bongos. Can you name the scientist?
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