Marie Curie is known today as an icon in the world of modern science. Through her determination and perseverance, she discovered polonium and radium, promoted the use of radiation in medicine and forever changed our understanding of radioactivity. Explore how Marie Curie, a determined girl from Poland dreamed big and defied societal norms to become a groundbreaking Nobel Prize-winning scientist. From overcoming challenges to making cool discoveries in physics and chemistry, Marie's story highlights how her past hard work and determination continue to help people today.
 
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