Otto Hahn

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Definition

Proper noun A German chemist who, together with Lise Meitner, co-discovered nuclear fission. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1944 for this discovery.

Examples of Usage
  • Proper noun:
    • Otto Hahn made a pivotal contribution to nuclear science.
    • The discovery by Otto Hahn and Lise Meitner fundamentally changed physics.
    • Many consider Otto Hahn one of the most influential chemists of the 20th century.
Advanced Usage
  • "Hahn's discovery": Refers specifically to the discovery of nuclear fission.
    • Hahn's discovery had profound and complex consequences for the world.
  • "The Hahn-Meitner team": Highlights the collaborative partnership with physicist Lise Meitner.
    • The work of the Hahn-Meitner team demonstrated exceptional scientific collaboration.
Variants and Related Words
  • Hahnium (historical): A proposed name for chemical element 105 (now called dubnium). This name was suggested in honor of Otto Hahn.
Synonyms
  • Nuclear fission pioneer: A descriptive term for his primary historical role.
  • Nobel laureate in Chemistry (1944): A term specifying his award and field.
Noun
  1. German chemist who was co-discoverer with Lise Meitner of nuclear fission (1879-1968)

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