Sir Ernest Rutherford
Sir Ernest Rutherford was a renowned physicist known as the father of nuclear physics, recognized for his groundbreaking work in the field of radioactivity. Born in New Zealand, he became the first person to split the atom, fundamentally changing the understanding of atomic structure and laying the groundwork for future developments in nuclear science.
Born on Aug 30, 1871 (153 years old)
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Knapp shared a unique connection with the world-renowned scientist: both earned scholarships to attend Nelson Boys’ and Girls’ Colleges.
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