Mayan and Aztec Cultures Quiz
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What motivated the development of geometry in ancient Egypt?

  • To build rectilinear structures
  • To study human anatomy
  • To preserve the layout and ownership of farmlands (correct)
  • To develop alchemy

What was the medieval forerunner of chemistry in ancient Egypt?

  • Geometry
  • Alchemy (correct)
  • Anatomy
  • Pharmacology

What was a significant outcome of the ancient Egyptian civilization's contributions to science and mathematics?

  • Development of astronomy
  • Construction of the pyramids
  • Advances in medicine
  • All of the above (correct)

What was the purpose of the early dams built by the ancient Egyptians?

<p>To divert water from the Nile River (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the ancient Egyptians study in their early science activities?

<p>Astronomy, mathematics, and medicine (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a characteristic of the ancient Egyptians' approach to studying diseases?

<p>They followed empirical methods, including examination, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is recognized for his outstanding contributions and researches on marine ecosystems?

<p>Edgardo Gomez (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which individual is known for his field work to build sanctuaries and promote biodiversity in aquatic ecosystems?

<p>Angel Alcala (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is an internationally renowned physicist?

<p>Caesar A. Saloma (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which individual is recognized for contributions in natural products chemistry, coconut chemistry, and biotechnology?

<p>William Padolina (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was named a National Scientist of the Philippines in 2014?

<p>William Padolina (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which individual is the President of the National Academy of Science and Technology (NAST)-Philippines?

<p>William Padolina (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the use of cacao beans in the Mayan culture?

<p>As currency (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the Aztec calendar?

<p>To plan activities, rituals, and planting seasons (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of Chinampa in Aztec technology?

<p>A type of agricultural farming (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which civilization was known for manufacturing iron and metallurgical works?

<p>Indians (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the geographical characteristic of India?

<p>A huge peninsula surrounded by vast bodies of water and fortified by huge mountains (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which continents are home to many ancient civilizations?

<p>Asia only (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of DOST's 20 research and development (R&D) outputs and scientific services?

<p>To address existing problems in different sectors (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the cost-efficient ventilator being developed by DOST and UP specialists?

<p>Relief Vent (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who developed the diagnostic test kit for dengue and other virus infections like Covid-19?

<p>Dr. Raul Destura (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the portable device that remotely captures medical signals and transmits information to hospitals?

<p>RxBox (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is being developed by DOST's Advanced Science and Technology Institute?

<p>Two locally-built nanosatellites (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who launched the cube satellites made by the University of the Philippines engineering graduates?

<p>DOST (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the annual income of the center from the national especial science fund?

<p>250,000 pesos (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many Regional Science Teaching Centers (RCTC's) are mentioned in the text?

<p>5 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which university was established with the assistance of a Ford Foundation grant?

<p>Notre Dame University (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the university located in Marbel, Cotabato?

<p>Notre Dame University (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following universities is located in Baguio City?

<p>St. Louis University (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the Philippine university featured in Figure 3.6?

<p>Aquinas University (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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