1. Penicillin Was Discovered by Accident
Alexander Fleming noticed mold killing bacteria in 1928, leading to the development of life-saving antibiotics.
2. The Structure of DNA Unlocked Genetic Secrets
In 1953, Watson and Crick revealed DNA’s double helix shape, transforming biology and medicine.
3. Electricity Was Harnessed Gradually
Discoveries by scientists like Benjamin Franklin, Michael Faraday, and Nikola Tesla paved the way for modern electrical power.
4. The New World Was Discovered in 1492
Christopher Columbus’s voyage introduced Europeans to the Americas, reshaping global history.
5. The Laws of Gravity Were Formulated by Newton
Isaac Newton’s discovery of gravity explained planetary motion and laid the groundwork for physics.
6. Vaccines Have Prevented Millions of Deaths
Edward Jenner’s smallpox vaccine was the first successful vaccine, leading to disease eradication efforts.
7. The Theory of Relativity Changed Physics
Albert Einstein’s insights into space, time, and energy revolutionized scientific thought.
8. The Hubble Telescope Expanded Our Cosmic View
Launched in 1990, Hubble provided detailed images of distant galaxies and deep space phenomena.
9. The Discovery of Electricity Changed Daily Life
From lighting to computers, harnessing electricity revolutionized technology and living standards.
10. Ancient Fossils Revealed Evolution
Discoveries of fossils like Archaeopteryx provided evidence for evolution and the history of life.
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