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Which TWO of these scientists worked in the 17th century?
- aRobert BoyleCorrect answer
- bCharles Darwin
- cMichael Faraday
- dIsaac NewtonCorrect answer
Why?
Isaac Newton and Robert Boyle were scientists of the 1600s, linked with the early Royal Society. Charles Darwin and Michael Faraday lived and worked in the 19th century.
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