What Really Happened the First Time We Split a Heavy Atom in Half

The video explores the accidental discovery of nuclear fission in 1938, highlighting the contributions of Austrian physicist Lisa Meitner. Despite her pivotal role in explaining the process, Meitner was overlooked for the Nobel Prize, which was awarded solely to her research partner Otto Hahn. The video also covers Meitner's early life, her challenges as a female scientist, and her legacy in the field of nuclear physics.

What was the outcome of the letter Meitner received from Hahn in December regarding their findings?

What was Meitner's stance on the use of nuclear fission for destructive purposes?

In what ways has Lisa Meitner been memorialized after her death?