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What marked the beginning of technology development around 2.5 million years ago?
Which major transition occurred during the Agricultural Revolution around 10,000 BC?
Which invention by Johannes Gutenberg revolutionized information dissemination in the 15th century?
What was a significant outcome of the Industrial Revolution in the 18th-19th century?
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What is the primary focus of the Scientific Method established in the 17th century?
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Which technological advancement significantly altered industries through mechanization in the 18th century?
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Which figure is NOT associated with the development of electricity and magnetism in the 19th century?
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What was a significant result of the Digital Revolution in the late 20th century?
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Which advancement was driven by the Space Race in the 20th century?
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Which of these inventions is key to the transformation of global communication in the late 20th century?
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Study Notes
History Of Technology Development
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Early Innovations:
- Stone tools (circa 2.5 million years ago) marked the beginning of technology.
- The discovery of fire (approximately 1 million years ago) was pivotal for cooking and protection.
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Agricultural Revolution (circa 10,000 BC):
- Transition from nomadic hunting-gathering to settled agriculture.
- Development of tools for farming (plows, irrigation).
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Industrial Revolution (18th-19th Century):
- Shift from manual labor to machine-based manufacturing.
- Key inventions: steam engine, spinning jenny, power loom.
- Urbanization and changes in labor dynamics.
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20th Century Advancements:
- Rise of electrical engineering and electronics.
- Development of computers and the internet, transforming communication and information access.
- Biotechnology and medical technology breakthroughs (e.g., antibiotics, vaccines).
Historical Antecedents Which Changed the Course of Science and Technology
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The Printing Press (15th Century):
- Invented by Johannes Gutenberg.
- Revolutionized information dissemination, leading to the spread of knowledge and literacy.
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Scientific Method (17th Century):
- Formalization of empirical observation and experimentation.
- Influential figures: Galileo, Newton.
- Established rigorous standards for scientific inquiry.
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Steam Power (18th Century):
- Enabled mechanization of industries.
- Revolutionized transportation (trains, steamships).
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Electricity and Magnetism (19th Century):
- Key figures: Faraday, Maxwell, Edison, Tesla.
- Development of electric power systems and communication technologies (telegraph, telephone).
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Information Technology and the Digital Revolution (Late 20th Century):
- Invention of the microprocessor and personal computers.
- Growth of the internet transformed global connectivity and commerce.
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Space Exploration (20th Century):
- Technological advancements spurred by the Space Race.
- Achievements: moon landing (1969), satellite technology that impacts weather forecasting and GPS.
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Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering (Late 20th Century):
- Techniques like CRISPR and recombinant DNA technology.
- Impact on medicine, agriculture, and ethical discussions surrounding genetic manipulation.
Early Innovations
- Stone tools, developed around 2.5 million years ago, represent humanity's first technological advancements.
- The mastery of fire, approximately 1 million years ago, significantly enhanced cooking and protection.
Agricultural Revolution
- Occurring around 10,000 BC, this marked the shift from nomadic lifestyles to settled agricultural practices.
- Introduction of farming tools like plows and irrigation systems facilitated increased food production.
Industrial Revolution
- Spanning the 18th to 19th centuries, it transitioned economies from manual labor to machinery-based manufacturing.
- Key inventions included the steam engine, spinning jenny, and power loom, which spurred urban growth and transformed labor dynamics.
20th Century Advancements
- Electrical engineering and electronics gained prominence, leading to transformative innovations in communication and everyday life.
- The development of computers and the internet reshaped information access, revolutionizing how individuals communicate.
- Biotechnology breakthroughs such as antibiotics and vaccines dramatically improved public health.
The Printing Press
- Invented by Johannes Gutenberg in the 15th century, it transformed the spread of information, boosting literacy and knowledge dissemination.
Scientific Method
- Established in the 17th century, the scientific method emphasized empirical observation and experimentation, advancing scientific inquiry.
- Pioneers like Galileo and Newton contributed to defining rigorous standards for scientific research.
Steam Power
- The 18th century saw steam power enable industry mechanization and revolutionize transportation through the development of trains and steamships.
Electricity and Magnetism
- The 19th century featured key figures such as Faraday, Maxwell, Edison, and Tesla, who advanced electric power systems and communication technologies (e.g., telegraph and telephone).
Information Technology and the Digital Revolution
- The late 20th century introduced microprocessors and personal computers, catalyzing rapid growth of the internet, which reshaped global connectivity and commerce.
Space Exploration
- The 20th century's Space Race led to significant technological advancements, including the 1969 moon landing and satellite technology, essential for weather forecasting and GPS.
Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering
- Late 20th-century advancements in techniques like CRISPR and recombinant DNA technology have greatly impacted medicine, agriculture, and sparked ethical discussions regarding genetic manipulation.
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Explore the key milestones in the evolution of technology, from early innovations like stone tools and fire to transformative periods such as the Agricultural and Industrial Revolutions. This quiz covers significant advancements in the 20th century, including electrical engineering, computers, and biotechnology. Test your knowledge on how these innovations have shaped society and our daily lives.
