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The Twelve Tables is a code invented by the ______, which is an essential part of the constitution of laws.
The Twelve Tables is a code invented by the ______, which is an essential part of the constitution of laws.
Romans
The ______ was invented by Zhang Heng to determine the direction of an earthquake.
The ______ was invented by Zhang Heng to determine the direction of an earthquake.
Seismograph
The Sumerian Sailboat was used to transport/import stones, metals, and timbers from ______ and Syria.
The Sumerian Sailboat was used to transport/import stones, metals, and timbers from ______ and Syria.
Asia Minor
The Chinese movable type printer was invented by ______, and it was the world’s first printer.
The Chinese movable type printer was invented by ______, and it was the world’s first printer.
During the Middle Ages, major developments included weaponry, navigation, agriculture, and ______.
During the Middle Ages, major developments included weaponry, navigation, agriculture, and ______.
The ______ is a guided self-propelled flying weapon usually propelled by a jet engine or rocket motor.
The ______ is a guided self-propelled flying weapon usually propelled by a jet engine or rocket motor.
The electrical dynamo was practical used of electricity and developed by ______.
The electrical dynamo was practical used of electricity and developed by ______.
The telephone was invented by ______ in 1876 while he experimented with transmitting sound via electricity.
The telephone was invented by ______ in 1876 while he experimented with transmitting sound via electricity.
The term ‘Scientia’ means ______
The term ‘Scientia’ means ______
Natural Science deals with the ______ world such as physics and chemistry.
Natural Science deals with the ______ world such as physics and chemistry.
Applied Science is used to apply existing scientific knowledge to develop more ______ applications.
Applied Science is used to apply existing scientific knowledge to develop more ______ applications.
The term ‘Teknologia’ means systematic treatment of an art, craft, or ______.
The term ‘Teknologia’ means systematic treatment of an art, craft, or ______.
Pre-Industrial Societies relied on human and animal ______ for labor.
Pre-Industrial Societies relied on human and animal ______ for labor.
Agrarian societies used advanced agricultural technologies to ______ crops.
Agrarian societies used advanced agricultural technologies to ______ crops.
The Information Age gives leverage to small businesses to gain position in highly ______ markets.
The Information Age gives leverage to small businesses to gain position in highly ______ markets.
The Industrial Revolution was limited to big companies that could afford expensive ______.
The Industrial Revolution was limited to big companies that could afford expensive ______.
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Study Notes
Science
- Definition of Science: Derived from “scientia,” meaning knowledge; involves systematic study of facts and truths.
- Divisions of Science:
- Natural Science: Explores physical world through disciplines like physics, chemistry, geology, and biology.
- Applied Science: Utilizes existing scientific knowledge for practical applications, e.g., technology and inventions.
- Pure Science: Focuses on the description, prediction, and understanding of natural phenomena based on empirical evidence.
- Definition of Technology: Originates from “teknologia,” referring to the systematic treatment of arts, crafts, or techniques.
- Ages of Technology:
- Industrial Age: Limited access to technology; predominantly benefiting large companies.
- Information Age: Empowers small businesses to compete effectively in the market.
Types of Technology
- Communication Technology
- Construction Technology
- Assistive Technology
- Medical, Beauty, and Fashion Technology
- Information Technology
- Entertainment Technology
- Business Technology
- Educational Technology
- Transportation Technology (including land, air, and water)
- Food and Agriculture Technology
- Warfare Technology
Society
- Definition of Society: Derived from “societas,” meaning a friendly association with others.
- Types of Societies:
- Pre-Industrial Societies: Relied on human and animal labor.
- Hunter & Gatherer: Focused on collecting wild plants and animals.
- Pastoral: Domesticated herd animals; employed labor division.
- Horticulturist: Cultivated fruits and vegetables.
- Agrarian: Advanced agricultural practices for crop cultivation.
- Feudal: Characterized by the presence of landlords.
- Industrial Societies: Emerged in the 15th-16th centuries; marked by capitalism and free-market competition.
- Post-Industrial Societies: Contemporary society characterized by information technology and service economies.
- Pre-Industrial Societies: Relied on human and animal labor.
Historical Antecedents in Science, Technology, and Society
- Prehistoric Era:
- Twelve Tables: Ancient Roman code crucial for laws on property, religion, and punishments.
- Seismograph: Chinese invention for detecting earthquake directions.
- Sumerian Sailboat: Enabled transportation of materials along rivers in Mesopotamia.
- Head of Sargon of Akkad: Architectural monument illustrating the importance of gods and kings.
- Chinese Umbrella: First umbrella created for practical use.
- Movable Type Printer: Early printing invention that revolutionized communication.
Middle Ages (500-1500 AD)
- Advancements in various fields enhancing society’s functionality:
- Hour Glass: Improved timekeeping method.
- Printing Press: Innovated by Gutenberg; facilitated mass communication.
- Compass: Significant for navigation and exploration during the Renaissance.
- Traverse Boards: Important tools for navigators.
- Missile Weapons: Development of guided weaponry for warfare.
- Microscope: Allowed magnification of small objects invisible to the naked eye.
- Telescope: Instrument for observing distant celestial objects.
Modern Era
- Research and development processes evolved significantly since the 19th century.
- Rapid advancements in science and technology reshaping human and societal dynamics.
- Key Inventions:
- Electrical Dynamo: Created by Michael Faraday; foundational use of electricity.
- Analytic Engine: Developed by Charles Babbage; precursor to the modern computer.
- Telephone: Invented by Alexander Graham Bell in 1876; pivotal in sound transmission over distance.
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