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Who is known as the 'Father of Chemistry'?
Who is known as the 'Father of Chemistry'?
- Ibn Sina (correct)
- Euclid
- Sushruta
- Avicenna
What are the two famous works of Avicenna?
What are the two famous works of Avicenna?
- The Elements and The Republic
- The Art of War and The Prince
- The Book of Healing and The Canon of Medicine (correct)
- The Wealth of Nations and The Origin of Species
Which civilization did Avicenna belong to?
Which civilization did Avicenna belong to?
- Greek civilization
- Islamic civilization (correct)
- Mayan civilization
- Roman civilization
Which civilization contributed significantly to the development of science in Africa?
Which civilization contributed significantly to the development of science in Africa?
What is the title of one of Avicenna's famous encyclopedias?
What is the title of one of Avicenna's famous encyclopedias?
What was the main profession of Avicenna, apart from his contributions to chemistry?
What was the main profession of Avicenna, apart from his contributions to chemistry?
What type of medication did the ancient Aztecs use to prevent muscle spasms?
What type of medication did the ancient Aztecs use to prevent muscle spasms?
What was the scientific name given to chocolate by the Aztecs?
What was the scientific name given to chocolate by the Aztecs?
Which ancient civilization is known for its use of chocolate and advanced medicine?
Which ancient civilization is known for its use of chocolate and advanced medicine?
What was one contribution of Mesoamerican civilizations to our society?
What was one contribution of Mesoamerican civilizations to our society?
What continent is home to many ancient civilizations according to the text?
What continent is home to many ancient civilizations according to the text?
Which ancient civilization highly valued cacao beans and made chocolate as part of their tribute to gods?
Which ancient civilization highly valued cacao beans and made chocolate as part of their tribute to gods?
What type of calendars are mentioned in the text?
What type of calendars are mentioned in the text?
For what purpose were metal tools invented according to the text?
For what purpose were metal tools invented according to the text?
What is the purpose of the Lebombo Bone artifact mentioned in the text?
What is the purpose of the Lebombo Bone artifact mentioned in the text?
What did the Egyptians use dams for according to the text?
What did the Egyptians use dams for according to the text?
What was a significant feature of the Egyptian pyramids?
What was a significant feature of the Egyptian pyramids?
What field was Alchemy considered a forerunner of according to the text?
What field was Alchemy considered a forerunner of according to the text?
