Marie Curie- Eva Kurtts

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1.

How did Marie Curie describe her radioactive elements that she kept in her pocket?
- A.
  
  Flawless
- B.
  
  Rachet
- C.
  
  Pretty
- D.
  
  Aight
Correct Answer
C. Pretty

Explanation
Marie Curie described her radioactive elements as "pretty". This suggests that she found them visually appealing or aesthetically pleasing. It may also indicate her admiration for the unique properties and potential of these elements.

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Marie Curie lived a lonely life and never EVER married.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Marie Curie did not live a lonely life and she did get married. She was married to Pierre Curie, a fellow scientist, and they had two daughters together. Marie Curie's dedication to her work and her groundbreaking discoveries in the field of radioactivity made her a highly respected figure in the scientific community. Her achievements and contributions to science continue to be celebrated and recognized to this day.

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What did Marie Curie improve on in the medical field?
- A.
  
  X-rays
- B.
  
  CT scans
- C.
  
  Who's Marie Curie again?
- D.
  
  Radioactive elements
Correct Answer
A. X-rays

Explanation
Marie Curie made significant contributions to the medical field by improving the use of X-rays. She conducted extensive research on X-rays and their effects, and her discoveries led to advancements in medical imaging and diagnosis. Curie's work laid the foundation for the development of X-ray technology, which revolutionized the field of medicine by allowing doctors to visualize internal structures and detect diseases without invasive procedures.

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Marie died on which date?
- A.
  
  Christmas of 1900
- B.
  
  New Years of 1922
- C.
  
  Cinco de Mayo 1904
- D.
  
  July 4 1934
Correct Answer
D. July 4 1934

Explanation
The correct answer is July 4, 1934. This can be inferred from the question which asks for the date of Marie's death. Among the given options, July 4, 1934 is the only date mentioned.

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5.

Marie Curie was the first woman to win a Nobel Peace Prize.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Marie Curie was indeed the first woman to win a Nobel Peace Prize. She received this prestigious award in 1903 for her groundbreaking research on radioactivity. Curie's contributions to science were groundbreaking and her achievements paved the way for future generations of women in the field.

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Marie Curie- Eva Kurtts

How did Marie Curie describe her radioactive elements that she kept in her pocket?

Marie Curie lived a lonely life and never EVER married.

What did Marie Curie improve on in the medical field?

Marie died on which date?

Marie Curie was the first woman to win a Nobel Peace Prize.