April 18 is the anniversary of Albert Einstein’s death. Here’s a quiz about one of the greatest physicists of all time.
April 18 is the anniversary of Albert Einstein’s death. Here’s a quiz about one of the greatest physicists of all time.
April 18 is the anniversary of Albert Einstein’s death. Here’s a quiz about one of the greatest physicists of all time.
1† This term is a Latin phrase meaning “wonderful year”, “wonderful year” or “great year”. It has been used to refer to years when events of great importance are remembered, most notably 1666, for the discoveries of Isaac Newton, and 1905, the year Einstein published his discoveries regarding the photoelectric effect, Brownian motion, the theory of relativity and the famous E = mc² equation. Identify the term.
2† This Indian mathematician and physicist is best known for his work on quantum mechanics in the early 1920s and for his collaboration with Einstein. Together they developed the foundation for a branch of statistics and a state of matter, both of which are named after the two scientists. Name this Bengali scientist who was also a member of the Royal Society.
Answer :
Satyendra Nath Bose
3† On Einstein’s 72nd birthday, United Press photographer Arthur Sasse tried to persuade him to smile for the camera. Tired of smiling often for photographers, Einstein did something unexpected and bold, which led to a photo that would eventually become one of the most popular ever taken of Einstein. What moment in history did Einstein create by pretending to be the way he did?
Answer :
Einstein stuck out his tongue. The photo is now used in merchandise that depicts it in a light-hearted way
4† The Einstein-Rosen Bridge (named after Einstein and Nathan Rosen) is a speculative structure connecting disparate points in spacetime and is based on a special solution of the Einstein field equations. It can be visualized as a tunnel with two ends at different points in spacetime. By what name is the Einstein-Rosen Bridge better known?
5† This fictional character from a famous franchise first appeared on screen in 1980. According to makeup artist Stuart Freeborn, part of the inspiration behind the character’s appearance was taken from Einstein, especially his wrinkled eyes. Who is this iconic fictional character best known for his outspoken speech pattern?
6† Chaim Weizmann, a Russian-born Zionist leader, was the first person to hold this largely ceremonial position. He was elected to the position in 1949 and held the position until his death in 1952. After Weizmann’s death while in office, the position was offered to Einstein. Identify this role that Einstein ultimately rejected.
Answer :
Einstein was offered the position of President of Israel
7† Einstein’s aversion to war led him to befriend many iconic personalities from different professions and backgrounds. One of them was an English comic book actor and filmmaker, known for his work on silent films, who also denied war. His works include ‘City Lights’ (1931) and ‘Modern Times’ (1936). Identify the actor.
