1996 Scientific Discoveries Events — Verified Historical Highlights
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- 09 Feb Copernicium discovery: On February 9, 1996, scientists at the GSI Helmholtz Centre for Heavy Ion Research in Germany announced the discovery of the element copernicium (Cn), named in honor of astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus. This synthetic element has atomic number 112. source: britannica.com
- 28 Jul Discovery of Kennewick Man in Washington State: On July 28, 1996, two young men discovered a human skull along the Columbia River near Kennewick, Washington. Subsequent investigations revealed a nearly complete skeleton, dating back over 9,000 years, making it one of the oldest and most complete ancient skeletons found in North America. source: historylink.org
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