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Gavino Trono: Father of Kappaphycus Farming
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Gavino Trono: Father of Kappaphycus Farming

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Questions and Answers

Who invented the first electric battery?

  • George Stephenson
  • Michael Faraday
  • Dmitri Mendeleev
  • Alessandro Volta (correct)

    • What was Michael Faraday known for in the field of electricity?

  • Establishing the QWERTY layout
  • Inventing the stethoscope
  • Formulating the Periodic Table
  • Discovering the operating principle used in creating dynamo (correct)

    • What significant medical device did René Laennec invent?

  • Steam locomotive
  • Friction match
  • Voltaic Pile
  • Stethoscope (correct)

    • Which railway technology did George Stephenson contribute to?

    <p>Steam locomotive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What process did Louis Pasteur develop for food preservation?

    <p>Pasteurization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Dmitri Mendeleev create in 1869?

    <p>Periodic Table</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the Voltaic Pile produce electricity?

    <p>Alternating discs of zinc and copper with brine-soaked cardboard</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What method does the term 'auscultation' refer to?

    <p>Diagnosing with a stethoscope</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What technological advancement did people in North America achieve around 2,500 years ago?

    <p>Creation of flint tools</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which civilization is known to have sculpted figurines and giant human heads in Mexico approximately 1200 years ago?

    <p>Olmec</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Folsom people utilize for making sophisticated tools around 8,000 years ago?

    <p>Flint and stones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant water management project was built by Peruvians around 1750 years ago?

    <p>Irrigation canals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What notable event was recorded by Chinese astronomers 2,296 years ago?

    <p>Sighting of a comet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What method did Chinese doctors begin using around 2,500 years ago?

    <p>Acupuncture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What resource did fishermen in Peru use to make rafts and boats approximately 1,200 years ago?

    <p>Reeds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major development in China approximately 2,950 years ago related to astronomy?

    <p>Lunar calendar creation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary focus of education during the early years of Spanish rule in the Philippines?

    <p>Religion, reading, writing, arithmetic, and music</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the Galleon Trade to the Philippines?

    <p>It facilitated significant economic growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a reason agriculture and industrial development were neglected during the Spanish era?

    <p>Investment in education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was the first alphabet used in the Philippines?

    <p>Alibata (Baybayin)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a notable engineering product created by Filipinos during the early years of Spanish rule?

    <p>Banaue Rice Terraces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the primary influences that led to the education reforms in the Philippines during American rule?

    <p>American introduction of their own educational system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which school was established during the Spanish period in the Philippines?

    <p>University of Santo Tomas (UST)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the primary reasons why the Americans did not engage in warfare during their rule in the Philippines?

    <p>The Filipinos welcomed American presence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is credited with inventing the first successful typewriter?

    <p>Christopher Latham Sholes and Glidden</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant contribution did Jesse Reno make in 1892?

    <p>Patented moving stairs or an inclined elevator</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the key invention of Louis Braille?

    <p>The writing system for the blind</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is recognized as the 'Father of Kappaphycus farming'?

    <p>Gavino Trono</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one major issue affecting scientific research in the Philippines post-1946?

    <p>Lack of basic information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What year did Alexander Graham Bell receive his patent for the telephone?

    <p>1876</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which device developed in 1983 was notable for its large size and weight?

    <p>Motorola DynaTAC8000x</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What year was the Science Act passed in the Philippines?

    <p>1958</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is considered the 'Father of the cellular phone'?

    <p>Martin Cooper</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scientist is noted for work in marine and aqua biology?

    <p>Angel Alcala</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Samuel Colt patent in 1836?

    <p>A revolver mechanism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of seaweeds is Kappaphycus rich in?

    <p>Iodine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which period was characterized by a focus on economic and political independence in the Philippines?

    <p>Post-Commonwealth Era</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant event occurred on October 4, 1957?

    <p>Launch of Sputnik I and II</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a reason for the lack of development in industrial technology during the American Period?

    <p>Strong focus on free trade policies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Algapito Flores invent?

    <p>Fluorescent lamp</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Early Civilizations in the Americas

    • Fire Utilization: Captured from natural sources, learned to create fire using friction or sparks.
    • Folsom People: Lived east of the Rocky Mountains around 8,000 years ago, known for sophisticated stone tools.
    • Peruvian Irrigation: Around 1,750 years ago, Peruvians built long canals for crop irrigation.
    • Olmec Civilization: The earliest major civilization in Mexico, known for sculpted figurines and giant heads, emerged around 1,200 years ago.

    Key Innovations and Discoveries

    • Alessandro Volta: Invented the first electric battery, known as the "Voltaic Pile," and contributed to the understanding of electrical potential (volt).
    • Michael Faraday: Discovered principles of electromagnetism and created the first wet cell battery.
    • Dmitri Mendeleev: Formulated the Periodic Table in 1869, arranging known elements by atomic weight.
    • John Walker: Invented friction matches in 1826.

    Transportation and Communication Developments

    • George Stephenson: Developed steam locomotives in Great Britain around 1814.
    • Samuel Colt: Received a patent in 1836 for a revolver mechanism allowing multiple firings without reloading.
    • Alexander Graham Bell: Best known for inventing the telephone, received his patent in 1876.

    20th Century Innovations

    • John Dalton: Published atomic theory in 1808, pivotal for chemistry and physics.
    • Martin Cooper: Credited as the "Father of the cellular phone," developed the first handheld mobile phone in 1973.

    Philippine History and Education

    • Alibata/Baybayin: The first alphabet in the Philippines developed during early Spanish rule.
    • Galleon Trade: Significant impact on the economic growth of the Philippines; emphasized trade over agriculture and industrial development.
    • Institutions Established: Universities like UST and San Juan De Letran founded during Spanish colonization to promote education.

    Science and Technology Progression

    • Bureau of Science (1946): Replaced by the Institute of Science in 1950, focusing on scientific research in the Philippines.
    • Pres. Carlos P. Garcia: Passed the Science Act of 1958, establishing the National Science Development Board to enhance technological development.
    • Contribution of National Scientists: Figures like Angel Alcala have significantly advanced marine and aqua biology in the Philippines.

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    Explore the life and contributions of Gavino Trono, a renowned Filipino biologist known as the 'Father of Kappaphycus farming.' Delve into his work in tropical marine phycology and his recognition as a national scientist in the Philippines. Learn about his impact on science and aquaculture.

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