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What was the geocentric theory that people believed in medieval times?
What was the geocentric theory that people believed in medieval times?
Who advocated the heliocentric system (Copernican theory) in opposition to the geocentric theory?
Who advocated the heliocentric system (Copernican theory) in opposition to the geocentric theory?
Which of the following scientists helped establish the Copernican theory?
Which of the following scientists helped establish the Copernican theory?
What did John Dalton demonstrate the existence of?
What did John Dalton demonstrate the existence of?
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What did Einstein propose in 1905 in his special theory of relativity?
What did Einstein propose in 1905 in his special theory of relativity?
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How has the theory of relativity affected actual life?
How has the theory of relativity affected actual life?
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What was one reason why Egyptians used cosmetics?
What was one reason why Egyptians used cosmetics?
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What did Egyptians invent for health and aesthetic reasons?
What did Egyptians invent for health and aesthetic reasons?
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What did Egyptians invent after they stopped using clay tablets?
What did Egyptians invent after they stopped using clay tablets?
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What made up the writing system developed by Egyptians?
What made up the writing system developed by Egyptians?
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What is the main purpose of science as described in the text?
What is the main purpose of science as described in the text?
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What is the meaning of 'scientia', as mentioned in the text?
What is the meaning of 'scientia', as mentioned in the text?
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What is the purpose of the steel sheet roof at the Japan Pavilion Nagakute?
What is the purpose of the steel sheet roof at the Japan Pavilion Nagakute?
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How does the water flow on the roof help cool the pavilion?
How does the water flow on the roof help cool the pavilion?
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What is the purpose of reusing the waste water disposed within the pavilion?
What is the purpose of reusing the waste water disposed within the pavilion?
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What is the significance of the Kyoto Protocol going into effect in February 2005?
What is the significance of the Kyoto Protocol going into effect in February 2005?
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What are the dimensions of the Japan Pavilion Nagakute?
What are the dimensions of the Japan Pavilion Nagakute?
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What is unclear about the future weather due to environmental problems?
What is unclear about the future weather due to environmental problems?
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What was the title of the paper Einstein released in November 1905?
What was the title of the paper Einstein released in November 1905?
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What famous equation did Einstein come up with in 1907 based on his theory?
What famous equation did Einstein come up with in 1907 based on his theory?
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What impact did Einstein's $E=mc^2$ equation have?
What impact did Einstein's $E=mc^2$ equation have?
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Why was 2005 declared the 'International Year of Physics'?
Why was 2005 declared the 'International Year of Physics'?
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What was the purpose of the Japan Committee for the World Year of Physics?
What was the purpose of the Japan Committee for the World Year of Physics?
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What is the first step mentioned in the text for designing your card?
What is the first step mentioned in the text for designing your card?
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What is the purpose of the sample output provided in the text?
What is the purpose of the sample output provided in the text?
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Which of the following is not one of the key terms that the text asks the student to define?
Which of the following is not one of the key terms that the text asks the student to define?
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What is the main focus of the second part of the assessment (Part II)?
What is the main focus of the second part of the assessment (Part II)?
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What is the maximum number of points that can be earned for the predictions from the Hochi Shimbun newspaper?
What is the maximum number of points that can be earned for the predictions from the Hochi Shimbun newspaper?
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Study Notes
The Development of the Universe
- The geocentric theory, which placed Earth at the center of the universe, was countered by Nicolaus Copernicus' heliocentric theory, which placed the Sun at the center.
- The heliocentric theory was later supported by Tycho Brahe, Johannes Kepler, and Galileo Galilei, and eventually led to modern astrophysics and the Big Bang theory.
Atoms and Relativity
- John Dalton demonstrated the existence of atoms, which was previously a philosophical concept.
- In 1905, Albert Einstein proposed the special theory of relativity, which stated that the speed of light remains constant and challenged the conventional view of time and space.
- The theory of relativity has practical applications, such as in global positioning systems used in car navigation.
Ancient Egyptian Inventions
- Egyptians invented ink by combining soot with different chemicals to produce inks of different colors.
- Hieroglyphics, a writing system developed by Egyptians, uses symbols and was believed to have been provided by the gods.
- Egyptians invented cosmetics, including Kohl, which was created by mixing soot or malachite with mineral galena, and was worn for health and aesthetic reasons.
Science and Technology
- Science is the study of the natural world, using the scientific method to acquire knowledge.
- Science is a systematic enterprise that builds and organizes knowledge in the form of testable explanations and predictions about nature and the universe.
Environmental Issues and the Kyoto Protocol
- The Kyoto Protocol, aimed at addressing environmental problems, went into effect in 2005.
- Japan has taken steps to address environmental issues, including the use of a bamboo-covered roof and a super hydrophilic photocatalytic property at the Japan Pavilion Nagakute.
Einstein's Theories
- In 1905, Einstein proposed the special theory of relativity and later released a paper on the relationship between mass and energy, leading to the famous equation E=mc².
- This equation showed that material can be converted into energy, leading to nuclear power generation.
Predictions for the Future
- In 1901, the Hochi Shimbun newspaper published "Predictions for the Future," which included many predictions that have since become a reality.
- Science and technology will greatly affect the future of human beings, and it is impossible to predict the future perfectly.
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Test your knowledge on inventions by the ancient Egyptians, such as ink, hieroglyphics, and cosmetics. Learn about the historical significance and cultural impact of these innovations.
