Famous Scientists
Built the first telescope and developed the laws of motion.
(Sir) Isaac Newton
Geology
Study of rocks
Diamonds are made from this element
Carbon
This macronutrient is the body's primary source of quick energy
carbohydrates
Canis lupus familiaris
dog
These brothers built the first airplane.
Orville and Wilbur Wright
Botany
study of plants
This toxic metal is a liquid at room temperature
Mercury
This organ of the body produces bile, which breaks down fats.
Liver
Ornicus orca
Orca (or killer whale)
Alongside her husband, conducted groundbreaking work on radioactivity
Marie Curie
study of weather patterns
Iron
Most nutrient absorption occurs in this part of the digestive tract which is lined with tiny fingerlike projections called villi
Small intestine
Sequioadendron gigantium
Giant sequoia
Gregor Mendel
Entomology
This element got its name from the water it forms when it burns
hydrogen
This hormone is released by the pancreas to help cells take up glucose from the blood.
insulin
Capra hircus
goat
Famously known as the first computer programmer.
Ada Lovelace
Hydrology
Study of water
This nobel gas is known for its use in illuminated signs.
Neon
Individuals who experience bloating, gas and upset stomach after consuming dairy products lack production of this enzyme.
Lactase
Bombus californicus
California bumblebee