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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Isaac Newton.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Scientists try to create explanations for the way the universe works that always do what?
(a) Are complex.
(b) Work mathematically.
(c) Are developed in think tanks.
(d) Are simple and easy to understand.

2. Which virtual particle carries the electromagnetic force?
(a) Proton.
(b) Photon.
(c) Magnetron.
(d) Electron.

3. What is one of Hawking's three possibilities for the unification of physics theory?
(a) That the theories will be united when gravity is no longer a constant.
(b) No theory of the universe is possible at all.
(c) That string theory will ultimately prevail.
(d) There will never be unification because we don't understand everything.

4. What does chemistry allow us to calculate?
(a) The effect of radiation on a human body.
(b) The interactions of atoms.
(c) The reactions of substances.
(d) The usefulness of medication.

5. Using low level radiation to detect black holes is in what stage of research?
(a) Theory.
(b) Exploratory.
(c) Analytical.
(d) Testing.

Short Answer Questions

1. Even empty space is filled with what?

2. To observe black holes you must observe what?

3. Hawking believes that if science does discover a complete theory of the universe, then humans will have come to know what?

4. Some particles might match up with their anti-particles at what point?

5. In what year was Einstein's vocal support of the Zionist cause recognized?

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