
20 Groundbreaking Scientific Discoveries Explained in 7 Minutes Each
Nietsnie Trebla
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
Have you ever wanted to understand the most influential scientific discoveries that have shaped our world? In '20 Groundbreaking Scientific Discoveries Explained in 7 Minutes Each', we take you on an engaging journey through pivotal moments in science, each distilled into an easily digestible seven-minute read. This book is designed for curious minds, busy professionals, and anyone who craves knowledge but struggles to find the time.
Each chapter dives into a landmark discovery, exploring its context, the brilliant minds behind it, and its profound impact on society and the course of human history. From the heliocentric model of our solar system proposed by Copernicus to the discovery of penicillin by Alexander Fleming, you will gain a deeper appreciation for these breakthroughs that continue to influence science, medicine, and technology today.
No prior scientific knowledge is required to enjoy this enlightening read, making it suitable for all ages. Perfect for a quick study session or casual reading, each chapter encourages you to ponder the wonders of science and the brilliance of human ingenuity. Join us as we explore the remarkable stories behind these discoveries that have forever changed our understanding of the world.
Duration - 2h 56m.
Author - Nietsnie Trebla.
Narrator - Digital Voice Marcus G.
Published Date - Friday, 17 January 2025.
Copyright - © 2025 Shelf Indulgence ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. Have you ever wanted to understand the most influential scientific discoveries that have shaped our world? In '20 Groundbreaking Scientific Discoveries Explained in 7 Minutes Each', we take you on an engaging journey through pivotal moments in science, each distilled into an easily digestible seven-minute read. This book is designed for curious minds, busy professionals, and anyone who craves knowledge but struggles to find the time. Each chapter dives into a landmark discovery, exploring its context, the brilliant minds behind it, and its profound impact on society and the course of human history. From the heliocentric model of our solar system proposed by Copernicus to the discovery of penicillin by Alexander Fleming, you will gain a deeper appreciation for these breakthroughs that continue to influence science, medicine, and technology today. No prior scientific knowledge is required to enjoy this enlightening read, making it suitable for all ages. Perfect for a quick study session or casual reading, each chapter encourages you to ponder the wonders of science and the brilliance of human ingenuity. Join us as we explore the remarkable stories behind these discoveries that have forever changed our understanding of the world. Duration - 2h 56m. Author - Nietsnie Trebla. Narrator - Digital Voice Marcus G. Published Date - Friday, 17 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 Shelf Indulgence ©.
Language:
English
Foreword
Duration:00:01:10
Introduction
Duration:00:02:09
The Copernican Revolution: Heliocentrism
Duration:00:08:57
Newton's Laws of Motion and Universal Gravitation
Duration:00:08:46
The Germ Theory of Disease: Pasteur and Koch
Duration:00:08:11
The Theory of Evolution by Natural Selection: Darwin
Duration:00:09:11
The Structure of DNA: Watson and Crick
Duration:00:09:06
The Law of Conservation of Mass: Lavoisier
Duration:00:08:18
Quantum Mechanics: Planck and Heisenberg
Duration:00:07:51
The Theory of Relativity: Einstein
Duration:00:08:48
Vaccination: Jenner's Smallpox Vaccine
Duration:00:08:32
Radioactivity: Curie and the Discovery of Radium
Duration:00:08:25
Plate Tectonics: Continental Drift
Duration:00:08:23
The Periodic Table: Mendeleev's Element Classification
Duration:00:08:12
Antibiotics: Fleming's Discovery of Penicillin
Duration:00:09:04
The Electric Revolution: Tesla and Edison
Duration:00:08:55
The Atomic Model: Rutherford and Bohr
Duration:00:07:54
The Human Genome Project: Mapping Our DNA
Duration:00:08:35
The Big Bang Theory: The Origin of the Universe
Duration:00:08:20
The Theory of Plate Tectonics
Duration:00:07:39
Climate Change: Understanding Anthropogenic Effects
Duration:00:09:00
The Discovery of Insulin: Banting and Best
Duration:00:08:48
See you next time!
Duration:00:01:59