History of Science and Technology in Classical Antiquity and the Middle Ages

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What was the main focus of explanations/answers about trees and cement for 2000 years?

The head (natural philosophy/reason)

Which event during WW2 led to the development of ground-based communication and eventually the Internet?

DARPA's project related to satellites

What concept did Alan Turing develop that had a significant impact on technology?

Nazi code breaking

What is the main focus of Artificial Intelligence as explained in the text?

<p>Imitating human thought and behavior using machines</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which historical figure is associated with breaking the Nazi code during WW2?

<p>Alan Turing</p> Signup and view all the answers

During the Information Age, what became one of the most important commodities?

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

Which field experienced a revolution in information science during the Information Age?

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

How was the human mind depicted during Galileo's and Newton's time?

<p>As a mechanical machine</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who are mentioned as influential figures in the Information Age?

<p>Steven Jobs and William Gates</p> Signup and view all the answers

What were the majority of labor force engaged in during the Industrial era?

<p>Manufacturing of goods</p> Signup and view all the answers

What technological advancement was acknowledged with a Nobel Prize in Physics in 2000?

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

What historical period is focused on in the text?

<p>The Information Age</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which era marks the shift to the digital age?

<p>The Information Age</p> Signup and view all the answers

During which period did the majority of history's technological advancements occur?

<p>The Information Age</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which period did society witness a surge in digital innovations?

<p>The Information Age</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which era is known for its focus on classical texts and learning?

<p>Classical Antiquity</p> Signup and view all the answers

During which time period did Europe experience a cultural and intellectual revival?

<p>The Renaissance</p> Signup and view all the answers

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