History of Science: Medieval to Early Modern Ages
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What is the primary goal of science?

  • To predict future events
  • To provide a better understanding of the natural world (correct)
  • To construct theoretical explanations
  • To observe particular phenomena
  • Which branch of science studies living things, their life cycles, and interactions with the environment?

  • Ecology
  • Botany (correct)
  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • What does biological science include?

  • Ecology
  • Zoology (correct)
  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • In science, what does the goal of 'predicting' involve?

    <p>Applying scientific information to forecast future events</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which field of science is concerned with non-living things?

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

    What is the purpose of constructing theoretical explanations in science?

    <p>To determine the causes of behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which era marked the transition from using stone tools to bronze tools?

    <p>Early Stone Age</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did humans begin smelting during the Bronze Age for tools and weapons?

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

    Which scientific field explores light behaviors and creates optical devices like telescopes and microscopes?

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

    During which age did humans settle down, build permanent houses, and start farming?

    <p>Ice Age</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the discussed objectives of Session 4 regarding the prehistoric ages?

    <p>Appreciating the contributions of early philosophers and scientists</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which age was characterized by humans smelting iron to create more durable tools and weapons?

    <p>Digital Era</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the medieval period, what was a significant shift in scientific thinking?

    <p>Transition from Greek and Roman knowledge to a focus on religious authorities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which invention played a crucial role in democratizing access to information during the Renaissance era?

    <p>The printing press</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who attempted to provide a mathematical proof for the theory of heliocentrism?

    <p>Nicholas Copernicus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which era marked an accelerated progress in the scientific community after a period of decline?

    <p>12th century Renaissance era</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the key impacts of the fall of the Roman Empire on scientific progress?

    <p>A decline in scientific advancements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the transition from monastic schools to medieval universities impact the scientific community?

    <p>Provided a foundation for scientific communities</p> Signup and view all the answers

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