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Who coined the term scientist in 1833?
Who coined the term scientist in 1833?
- William Whewell (correct)
- Ancient scientists
- Thales
- Philosophers
What was the precursor of natural science?
What was the precursor of natural science?
- Modern scientific disciplines
- Natural historians
- Natural philosophy (correct)
- Ancient scientists
Which ancient philosopher is considered by some as the first scientist?
Which ancient philosopher is considered by some as the first scientist?
- William Whewell
- Thales (correct)
- Philosophers
- Ancient scientists
When did the term scientist come into regular use?
When did the term scientist come into regular use?
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What did scientists in classical antiquity engage in?
What did scientists in classical antiquity engage in?
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