History of the Compound Microscope

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What was the key advancement Janssen's compound microscope provided over the single lens microscope?

Use of indigenous materials in its construction

Capability to study atomic structures

Ability to magnify objects 3 to 10 times their size (correct)

Portability and ease of use compared to the single lens

What are some of the key scientific areas where the compound microscope is an important instrument today?

Astronomy, astrophysics, and cosmology

Automotive engineering, aerospace, and materials science

Forensic studies, tissue analysis, and genetics (correct)

Oceanography, meteorology, and climate studies

How has the lack of resources in the Philippines impacted the development of Filipino inventions and contributions to science and technology?

It has forced Filipinos to focus their efforts on more practical, everyday technologies rather than advanced scientific research

It has led to the creation of inventions made from indigenous materials and designed to adapt to the local environment (correct)

It has hindered the country's ability to make any significant contributions

It has encouraged Filipinos to rely heavily on foreign technology and expertise rather than develop their own innovations

What is the significance of the jeepney as a symbol of Filipino ingenuity?

It represents the country's ability to adapt and repurpose foreign technology to meet local needs (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best explains why the Philippines is considered a vulnerable country in terms of natural disasters?

The country's location in the Pacific Ring of Fire and susceptibility to typhoons (B) Signup and view all the answers

How did the development of the compound microscope contribute to the advancement of scientific studies?

It allowed for the detailed study of cellular structures and processes (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the Intended Learning Outcomes of the module based on the text?

Identify actual S and T policies of the government (A) Signup and view all the answers

What did early Filipino settlers use plants and herbs for before colonization?

As medicines (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which region in the Philippines achieved a complicated engineering feat by building rice terraces by hand?

Cordilleras region (A) Signup and view all the answers

What did the rice terraces of the Cordilleras exemplify in terms of farming innovation?

Innovative indigenous farming methods (A) Signup and view all the answers

How did early Filipinos achieve farming on mountainsides in cold temperatures?

By incorporating an irrigation system (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was one significant contribution from early Filipino settlers to science and technology?

Implementation of systems of farming and animal-raising (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following accurately describes the Manunggul Jar?

It is a pre-colonial pottery artifact depicting two boatmen riding a boat, dated at least 3,500 years old. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Banaue Rice Terraces?

They are a system of irrigated rice terraces built by the Ifugao people over 2000 years ago. (A) Signup and view all the answers

How did the Spanish colonization impact the development of science and technology in the Philippines?

The Spaniards introduced modern construction techniques and established health and education systems accessible only to the elite class. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary focus of science education during the Spanish colonial period in the Philippines?

The understanding of concepts in biology, particularly related to the human body, plants, and animals. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How did the American occupation impact the development of science and technology in the Philippines?

The Americans established a government agency dedicated to nurturing science and technology. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Based on the information provided, what can be inferred about the impact of limited resources on Filipino inventions and contributions to science and technology?

The impact of limited resources on Filipino inventions and scientific progress is not addressed in the provided information. (D) Signup and view all the answers