Yakov Zel'dovich

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1. When was Yakov Zel'dovich born?April 8, 1914
2. Where was Yakov Zel'dovich born?Uman, Russian Empire (now Ukraine)
3. What is Yakov Zel'dovich known for?Pioneering theoretical contributions to nuclear physics, astrophysics, and cosmology
4. Who was Yakov Zel'dovich?Yakov Zel'dovich was a Soviet physicist born in 1914 who worked on nuclear physics, astrophysics, and cosmology. He was known for his smart ideas and for teaching many students.
5. What did he do for the Soviet nuclear program?He helped design the Soviet atomic and hydrogen bombs by studying nuclear reactions and figuring out the right amount of material needed for explosions. His math and science made the bombs possible.

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