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What does the Intellectual Revolution primarily refer to?
Which of the following advancements is associated with the Information Revolution?
Which early civilization is noted as a cradle of early science?
Which known intellectual is associated with the concept of evolution?
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What invention is linked to Gutenberg during the Information Revolution?
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Study Notes
Intellectual Revolution
- Marks a period of significant paradigm shifts in scientific beliefs widely recognized by society.
- Associated with transformative ideas influencing the understanding of the universe and human existence.
Ideas of Known Intellectuals
- Nicholas Copernicus: Proposed the heliocentric model, challenging geocentric views and revolutionizing astronomy.
- Charles Darwin: Introduced the theory of evolution through natural selection, impacting biology and the understanding of human origins.
- Sigmund Freud: Developed psychoanalytic theory, influencing psychology and the perception of human behavior and consciousness.
Cradles of Early Science
- Mesoamerican Civilization: Contributed early astronomical knowledge and mathematical systems, paving the way for future scientific inquiry.
- Middle Eastern Civilization: Advanced the study of mathematics and astronomy; cultures like the Babylonians laid foundational groundwork for sciences.
- African Contributions: Featured early developments in metallurgy and medicine, showcasing Africa's role in the history of science.
- Asian Contributions: Included significant advancements in technology and medicine, such as herbal medicine and early computational devices.
Information Revolution
- Sumerian Pictographs: Early writing systems that enabled record keeping and information dissemination, essential for societal development.
- Gutenberg’s Printing Press: Revolutionized the production of books, making knowledge more accessible and facilitating the spread of ideas.
- Typewriter & Telegraph: Innovations that transformed communication, accelerating information exchange and modernizing the dissemination of knowledge.
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Description
Explore the key concepts of the Intellectual Revolution in Chapter I. This lesson delves into the transformative ideas of early scientists and the implications of the Information Revolution. Gain insight into how these paradigm shifts have shaped modern scientific beliefs.
