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100

In the 1980s, a new ionization technique was developed for mass spectrometry, allowing for the analysis of larger and more complex molecules. What is the name of this technique?

What is ESI

100

What is the hardest mineral on the Mohs scale of mineral hardness?

What is a diamond

100

This American chemist and environmentalist raised awareness about the harmful effects of pesticides, particularly DDT.

Who is Rachel Carson

100

In the film "Spider-Man," what genetically engineered creature bites Peter Parker, giving him his superhuman powers?

What is spider

100

Who is the British physician and scientist who discovered the first successful vaccine for smallpox?

Who is Edward Jenner 

200

In 2002, two scientists were awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for their development of methods in mass spectrometry. Who were they?

Who is John B. Fenn and Koichi Tanaka

200

What is the longest nerve in the human body?

What is the Sciatic Nerve

200

This ancient Greek philosopher and mathematician is considered the father of modern science and made significant contributions to geometry.

Who is Euclid

200

In the "Back to the Future" trilogy, what is the name of the car that serves as the time machine?

What is DeLorean

200

This Polish-born scientist was the first woman to win a Nobel Prize and the only person to win Nobel Prizes in two different scientific fields.

Who is Marie Curie

300

In the 1940s, a significant advancement in mass spectrometry occurred with the invention of a type of mass analyzer that used magnetic fields for ion separation. What is the name of this analyzer?

What is a Magnetic sector analyzer

300

Who is credited with inventing the first mass spectrometer in the early 20th century?

Who is JJ Thomson?

300

 In 1687, which scientist published the groundbreaking work "Mathematical Principles of Natural Philosophy," also known as the Principia?

Who is Issac Newton

300

In the movie "Iron Man," the high-tech suit worn by Tony Stark that is powered by what?

What are miniature arc reactors

300

Who developed the theory of quantum mechanics and was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics for his work?

Who is Max Planck

400

Mass spectrometry continues to advance. One emerging trend is the integration of mass spectrometry with another analytical technique, enabling simultaneous analysis. What is this integrated technique called?

What is the hyphenation technique
400

What is the rarest type of rock formation found in nature?

What are stalactites (formation hanging from the ceiling of caves)

400

What was the name of the first artificial satellite launched into space by the Soviet Union in 1957?

What is Sputnik 1

400

In the novel and film "Jurassic Park," what process was used to recreate dinosaurs from preserved DNA?

What is cloning and genetic engineering

400

This primatologist and conservationist is celebrated for her research on chimpanzees and her dedication to wildlife conservation.

Who is Jane Goodall

500

Mass spectrometry has played a crucial role in space exploration. In 1976, a mass spectrometer onboard a spacecraft analyzed the atmosphere of which planet for the first time?

What is Mars
500

This Dutch chemist won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for his investigations into the rates of reaction, known as chemical kinetics.

Who is Jacobus Henricus van 't Hoff

500

 In the 16th century, which scientist developed the heliocentric model of the solar system, challenging the prevailing geocentric view?

Who is Nicolaus Copernicus

500

In the film "Interstellar," what scientific concept is used to explain the bending of space and time for interstellar travel?

What are wormholes

500

This British theoretical chemist is renowned for his contributions to quantum mechanics and the development of molecular orbital theory.

Who is Robert Mulliken