Medieval Era Contributions and Innovations

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Which religious order was founded by St. Francis of Assisi?

Benedictines

Franciscans (correct)

Dominicans

Augustinians

What are the steps in the scientific method described by Roger Bacon in Opus Majus?

Formulation of hypothesis, observation, experimentation

Experimentation, observation, conclusion

Theoretical analysis, experimentation, conclusion

Observation, formulation of hypothesis, experimentation (correct)

Which of the following innovations was developed during the Late Middle Ages?

Printing press

Mechanical calculator

Steam engine

Spectacles (correct)

Who is known as the Father of Humanism?

Francesco Petrarca Signup and view all the answers

The term Renaissance refers to which period?

14th to 17th century Signup and view all the answers

Which invention by Johannes Gutenberg revolutionized mass media?

The printing press Signup and view all the answers

What significant theorem did Nicholas Oresme establish?

Mean speed theorem Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT associated with the Renaissance?

Roger Bacon Signup and view all the answers

Which painter is known for painting the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel?

Michelangelo Signup and view all the answers

Who formulated the heliocentric theory that was later proven by Galileo Galilei?

Nicolaus Copernicus Signup and view all the answers

What invention in the 15th century allowed for the common use of iron and steel?

Blast Furnace Signup and view all the answers

Which agricultural technique was advanced to maximize yield with minimal manpower?

Sheep farming Signup and view all the answers

What significant naval instrument was developed for navigation during this period?

Mariner's Compass Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant advancement in agricultural technology during this era?

The replacement of the sickle with the scythe Signup and view all the answers

Who was the Italian explorer known for his voyages across the Atlantic?

Christopher Columbus Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was a development in transportation during the early modern period?

Construction of canals for inland transport Signup and view all the answers

Who is recognized as the 'Father of Surgery'?

Abu Qasim Khalaf ibn Abbas Al Zahrawi Signup and view all the answers

What major advancement did Muhammad ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi contribute to the field of mathematics?

The foundation of algebra Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary purpose of the Crusades initiated by Pope Urban II?

To reclaim Palestine and Jerusalem from Muslim occupation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following inventions was considered essential during the First Crusade?

The crossbow Signup and view all the answers

What does the three-field system entail?

Rotating crops among three land plots Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following scholars is known for translating Aristotle's works in the 12th and 13th centuries?

William of Moerbeke Signup and view all the answers

Which work documents Euclid's conceptualization of the Pythagorean Theorem?

The Elements of Geometry Signup and view all the answers

What method of thought combines religious theology with scientific inquiry during the medieval period?

Christian Scholasticism Signup and view all the answers

What significant change characterized the Industrial Revolution?

Shift from agricultural processes to industrial processes Signup and view all the answers

Who popularized the term 'Industrial Revolution'?

Arnold Toynbee Signup and view all the answers

Which inventor is associated with the invention of the flying shuttle?

James Hargreaves Signup and view all the answers

What role did carbon play in the iron and steel industry during the Industrial Revolution?

It was discovered to enhance steel properties Signup and view all the answers

Which machine did Eli Whitney invent that revolutionized cotton production?

Cotton gin Signup and view all the answers

What was the main goal of Thomas Newcomen's steam engine?

To prevent flooding in Cornwall mines Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following inventions combined the features of the spinning jenny and the water frame?

Spinning mule Signup and view all the answers

Who invented the power loom, enhancing cotton production in England?

Edmund Cartwright Signup and view all the answers

Who is credited with the invention of the computer?

Charles Babbage Signup and view all the answers

What significant achievement is Erwin Schrodinger known for?

Proposing an equation in quantum mechanics Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following scientists is associated with antibiotics that can be mass produced?

Howard Florey and Ernst Chain Signup and view all the answers

What was the first artificial satellite launched by the Soviet Union?

Sputnik Signup and view all the answers

Which model of communication is referred to as the 'mother of all models'?

Shannon-Weaver Model Signup and view all the answers

Who is known for developing the first polio vaccine?

Jonas Salk Signup and view all the answers

What does pulse-code modulation (PCM) primarily transmit?

Analog-type data Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about the interactive model of communication?

It focuses on studying new media Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Medieval Era

Al Zahrawi ("Father of Surgery"): Wrote "The Clearance of Medical Science for Those Who Cannot Compile it" – a surgical textbook outlining procedures for various parts of the body.
Al-Khwarizmi (Persian Scholar): Developed algebra - Book "The Compendious Book on Calculation by Completion and Balancing" lays foundation for algebra
Al-Biruni: Devised a method for determining the radius of the Earth.
Jabir ibn Hayyan: Known as the "Father of Chemistry".
Charlemagne (with Alcuin of York): Founded the Carolingian Empire, which led to the Carolingian Renaissance.
Viking Age (793–1006 AD): Known for their ferocity and seafaring skills, They were also credited with a number of technological advancements.
- Axe: a common Viking weapon
- Dane Axe: Used for battle.
- Magnetic Compass: used to navigate seas.
Crusades: A series of religious wars sanctioned by the Latin church to combat the Islamic faith in Europe.
- Pope Urban II: Emphasized the importance of reclaiming Palestine and Jerusalem.
- First Crusade: launched in 1096
- Crossbow: A key invention during the first crusade.
Three-field system: A method of dividing land into three plots for planting different crops seasonally.
Aristotle's Works (Physics & Metaphysics): Revived in the 12th and 13th centuries.
- Averroes and William of Moerbeke: Prominent translators of Aristotle's works.
Claudius Ptolemy's Geography: Translated to Latin around this time, inspiring Christopher Columbus's ventures.
Euclid and Archimedes: Rediscovered through Latin translations.
- Euclid's Elements of Geometry: Documented his conceptualization of the Pythagorean theorem.
Studium Generale: The first medieval university.
Christian Scholasticism: Combined religious theology with scientific truth.
- Franciscans: Founded by St. Francis of Assisi in 1209.
- Dominicans: Founded by St. Dominic in 1215.
Roger Bacon Contributed to the development of the scientific method.
- Opus Majus: Bacon's book outlining a scientific inquiry cycle (observation, hypothesis, experimentation).
Alchemy: Attempted to convert base metals into noble metals like gold.
Astrology: Established a supposed connection between astronomical bodies and human life/natural world.
Late Middle Ages (14th century) A period notable for intellectual progress.
- Universities of Paris and Oxford: Flourished during this time.
- Nicholas Oresme: Established the mean speed theorem (theorem on uniform acceleration).
- John Buridan: Developed the concept of impetus, explaining why objects in motion continue to move.

Renaissance

Transitioned from the Middle Ages to modernity, approximately 14th – 17th centuries.
- Renaissance A French word meaning "rebirth." It symbolized a renewed interest in Greek and Roman culture.
Johannes Gutenberg's printing press (c. 1440) Revolutionized mass media.
Renowned Renaissance figures: Dante, Petrarch, Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Raphael.
- "Father of Italian Poetry" Dante: Famous for "The Divine Comedy".
- Francesco Petrarca (Petrarch): Rediscovered Greek and Roman Classics, hailed as "The Father of Humanism."
- Leonardo da Vinci: Painter, sculptor, scientist Known for Mona Lisa, Vitruvian Man, and The Last Supper.
- Michelangelo: Painted the Sistine Chapel ceiling (Scenes from the Book of Genesis).
- Raphael: Italian painter/architect known for his clear compositions – "The School of Athens" and "The Sistine Madonna."
Scientific Revolution A period of significant scientific discoveries during the early modern era.
- Nicolaus Copernicus: Proposed the heliocentric theory (sun-centered universe).
- Galileo Galilei: Proved Copernicus' theory correct.
- Sir Isaac Newton: Provided mathematical proof for heliocentrism, explaining the motion of celestial bodies around the sun.
Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci: Revival of Biology (1200 AD)
Revival of Sciences: The Church revived Physics, Astronomy, and Chemistry (100 AD).
Use of Fuel: Increased demand due to mass production.
- Blast Furnace: Liquefies iron for molding.
- Iron and Steel Industry: Became common in the 15th century.
Advancements in Agriculture: Increased income with less labor.
- Sheep Farming: Became popular due to its lower labor requirements and higher yields.
- Sickle replaced by the scythe: Used for cutting crops and grass.
Navigation and Exploration: Significant advancements in navigation led to increased exploration and trade.
- Christopher Columbus: Italian explorer and navigator.
Canals: Constructed for inland transport, though less developed than sea transport.
Maritime Transport Innovation: Mast, sails, sternpost rudders.
- Great Harry: Henry VIII's ship
- Mariner's Compass, Quadrant, Forestaff: Navigational instruments.
Transportation: Wheelbarrows and wooden tracks led to early rail transportation.

Industrial Revolution

18th century shift from agrarian to urban/industrial processes.
- Arnold Toynbee: Popularized the term "Industrial Revolution" - "Substitution of competition for medieval regulations controlling production and wealth distribution".
- England: The first industrialized nation.
Factory System: Increased production levels.
Iron and Steel Industry:
- Tobern Bergman (1750) Discovered the importance of carbon in steel - commercial production came years later.
- Henry Bessemer and William Kelly: Improved steel manufacturing methods.
- Robert Mushet: Discovered an iron alloy combining carbon and manganese with iron.
Textile Industry:
- John Kay (1733): Invented the flying shuttle, increasing yarn production.
- James Hargreaves: Developed the spinning jenny (multiple spindles).
- Richard Arkwright: Patented the water frame (water-powered textile machine).
- Samuel Crompton: Combined the spinning jenny and water frame to create the spinning mule.
- Edmund Cartwright (1787): Created the power loom – increased cotton production.
- Eli Whitney: Invented the cotton gin, which sped up cotton cleaning.
- Thomas Saint (1790): Patented a mechanized sewing machine.
- Barthelemy Thimonnier (1829): Invented the chain stitch machine.
Transportation Industry:
- Thomas Newcomen: Developed the steam engine to prevent flooding in Cornwall mines. Based on the work of Dennis Papin (inventor of the pressure cooker).
Key Scientists and discoveries: Many significant scientific discoveries were made during this period:
- Erwin Shrodinger: Proposed an equation on quantum mechanics
- Robert Goddard: First successful rocket launch.
- James Chadwick: Discovered the neutron in the atom's nucleus.
- Oswald Avery: Discovered that genes and chromosomes are carried by DNA cells.
- Francis Crick and James Watson: Proposed the model for DNA.
- Alexander Fleming: Discovered penicillin.
- Howard Florey & Ernst Chain: Developed mass-producible antibiotics.
- Niels Jerne: Expounded on the Antibody formation process.
- Jonas Salk: Developed the first polio vaccine.
- Albert Sabin: Created the oral polio vaccine.
- Luc Montagnier & Robert Gallo: Discovered HIV, leading to awareness about AIDS.
- Ian Wilmut (Roslyn Institute): Successfully cloned the first animal (Dolly the sheep).

20th Century Advancements

Orville and Wilbur Wright: Achieved the first manned, engine-powered flight.
Henry Ford: Mass-produced the first automobile.
Space Exploration:
- 1957: Soviet Union launched Sputnik: The first artificial satellite.
- NASA: Led space programs Mercury and Apollo Programs.
- 1969: Apollo 11 landed on the moon:
The Computer & the Age of Information:
- Charles Babbage (1812): Early work on calculating systems became the foundation for computers.
- Claude E. Shannon: "Father of Information Technology" – Published "A Mathematical Theory of Communication." Proposed the notion that information can be encoded as 1s and 0s.
- Warren Weaver: Developed the Shannon-Weaver Model of Communication (the "mother of all models") - Explains the process of communication, from the information source to the receiver.
- Transactional Model: Emphasizes sender/receiver as communicators interacting with messages.
- Interactive Model: Similar to the transactional model, but often used to study new media like the internet.
- Pulse-code modulation (PCM): A binary way to transmit analog data.
- Alec H. Reeves: Adapted PCM for voice communication.

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