6 Who gave its name to the Nobel Prizes?
6 Who gave its name to the Nobel Prizes?
Nobel Prizes, which are known worldwide, are five separate prizes awarded to those who, during the preceding year, have conferred the greatest benefit to mankind. Nobel prizes are awarded in the fields of Physics, Chemistry, Physiology or Medicine, Literature, and Peace since 1901. The Prize in Economic Sciences was added in 1969. Nobel prizes are widely regarded as the most prestigious awards available in their respective fields. Who gave its name to the Nobel Prizes?
Questions for open discussion
- Who was Mr. Nobel?
Did Nobel design himself the Nobel prizes?
In how many fields are the Nobel Prizes awarded?
How many laureates have received more than one prize?
Which laureates have been awarded twice but not in the same field?
The chemical element Nobelium was named in honour of Alfred Nobel. Was it discovered by Swedish scientists?
Nobel invented the dynamite. Which is the etymological origin of this name?
Which is the advantage of dynamite compared to nitro-glycerine?
Did Nobel have another private activity, apart from engineer and businessman?
Example: Nobel Prize medal
