Who am I?

Find which scientist is being described

February 29, 2016 05:56 pm | Updated 05:56 pm IST

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1. I am known for laying down the foundation of the electric age. And a unit of electricity has been named in my honor. Who am I?

2. I was responsible for foundation of calculus and I also made discoveries on fluid equilibrium and hydrostatics. Who am I?

3. My famous theory plays a key role in comprehending the origin of human life and is a great contribution to the human race. Who am I?

4. I made great discoveries the field of astronomy and invented a machine that helped people have a closer look at the heavenly bodies in the sky. Who am I?

5. I dedicated my life to scientific experiments on radio activity and discovering elements which exhibited this property, such as radium and thorium. Who am I?

6. I’m an Indian scientist known for the crucial role played in the development of India’s missile and nuclear weapons programs. Who am I?

Answers

1. Volta

2. Archimedes,

3. Charles Darwin,

4. Galileo,

5. Marie Curie

6. Abdul Kalam

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