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[Blank] of Miletus developed the theory of matter based upon water.
[Blank] of Miletus developed the theory of matter based upon water.
Thales
[Blank] emphasized the study of human nature in relation to society and established the theory of skepticism.
[Blank] emphasized the study of human nature in relation to society and established the theory of skepticism.
Socrates
[Blank] developed atomic theory, elaborating the idea that matter consisted of atoms.
[Blank] developed atomic theory, elaborating the idea that matter consisted of atoms.
Democritus
[Blank], a mathematician, held that numbers were basic to matter.
[Blank], a mathematician, held that numbers were basic to matter.
[Blank] dealt with the nature of the universe, ascribing geometric forms to the elements of earth, fire, air, and water based on their physical properties.
[Blank] dealt with the nature of the universe, ascribing geometric forms to the elements of earth, fire, air, and water based on their physical properties.
[Blank] discovered that the Earth revolves around the sun and spins on its own axis as it orbits the sun.
[Blank] discovered that the Earth revolves around the sun and spins on its own axis as it orbits the sun.
[Blank] accurately discovered the length of the month, with only a one-second difference from today's measurements.
[Blank] accurately discovered the length of the month, with only a one-second difference from today's measurements.
[Blank], regarded as the father of plant science, described the forms, behavior, morphology, and properties of around 500 food and medicinal plants in "History of Plants".
[Blank], regarded as the father of plant science, described the forms, behavior, morphology, and properties of around 500 food and medicinal plants in "History of Plants".
[Blank] rugs have always been a vital part of the ______ culture, showcasing the region's rich artistic heritage.
[Blank] rugs have always been a vital part of the ______ culture, showcasing the region's rich artistic heritage.
[Blank] is considered the most beautiful and technically complicated Persian calligraphy style.
[Blank] is considered the most beautiful and technically complicated Persian calligraphy style.
Persian ______ displays the taste and talent of the people through designs on earthen wares, ceramic art objects, and tableware.
Persian ______ displays the taste and talent of the people through designs on earthen wares, ceramic art objects, and tableware.
[Blank] were constructed on a large scale in Persia, with outer surfaces often mosaic faced to create a magical view.
[Blank] were constructed on a large scale in Persia, with outer surfaces often mosaic faced to create a magical view.
A ______ is a chimney-like structure positioned above houses to catch the prevailing wind, serving as an ancient form of air conditioning.
A ______ is a chimney-like structure positioned above houses to catch the prevailing wind, serving as an ancient form of air conditioning.
Romans utilized ______ power and watermills for various industrial purposes, including milling cereals, sawing timber, and crushing ore.
Romans utilized ______ power and watermills for various industrial purposes, including milling cereals, sawing timber, and crushing ore.
The Romans constructed ______ to supply water to cities, with Rome itself receiving over 1 million cubic meters of water daily through eleven aqueducts.
The Romans constructed ______ to supply water to cities, with Rome itself receiving over 1 million cubic meters of water daily through eleven aqueducts.
Ancient Romans used ______ to measure time, including portable versions, and also employed tools for measuring, manual drills, and metal spikes.
Ancient Romans used ______ to measure time, including portable versions, and also employed tools for measuring, manual drills, and metal spikes.
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Thales of Miletus Theory
Thales of Miletus Theory
Theory that matter is based on water.
Socrates' Focus
Socrates' Focus
Emphasized studying human nature in relation to society and introduced skepticism.
Empedocles' Elements
Empedocles' Elements
Matter is constituted of four elements; earth, air, fire and water.
Democritus' Atomic Theory
Democritus' Atomic Theory
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Pythagoras' Numbers
Pythagoras' Numbers
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Plato's Universe
Plato's Universe
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Aristarchus' Discovery
Aristarchus' Discovery
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Theophrastus
Theophrastus
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Nas'taliq
Nas'taliq
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Persian Pottery
Persian Pottery
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Persian Domes
Persian Domes
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Wind Tower
Wind Tower
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Roman Civilization
Roman Civilization
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Roman Aqueducts
Roman Aqueducts
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Roman Sundials
Roman Sundials
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Glass Blowing
Glass Blowing
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