Science History: Questions & Answers

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Which scientist proposed the theory of general relativity?

Answer: Albert Einstein

Albert Einstein published his theory of general relativity in 1915, describing gravity as the curvature of spacetime caused by mass and energy. Source

Who formulated the laws of planetary motion in the early 17th century?

Answer: Johannes Kepler

Johannes Kepler formulated three laws of planetary motion in the early 1600s, describing the elliptical orbits of planets around the sun. Source

I developed the theory of evolution by natural selection after my voyage on HMS Beagle. Who am I?

Answer: Charles Darwin

Charles Darwin developed the theory of evolution by natural selection, published in "On the Origin of Species" in 1859, following observations made during his voyage on HMS Beagle. Source

Which scientist discovered penicillin in 1928?

Answer: Alexander Fleming

Alexander Fleming noticed in 1928 that a mold called Penicillium killed bacteria in a dish, leading to the first true antibiotic. Source

I was born in Germany in 1879. I received the Nobel Prize in Physics for explaining the photoelectric effect. I also developed the theory of relativity. Who am I?

Answer: Albert Einstein

Albert Einstein received the 1921 Nobel Prize in Physics for explaining the photoelectric effect, and is best known for the theories of special and general relativity. Source

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