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During which period did the widespread use of bronze, an alloy of copper and tin, characterize the tools and artifacts?
During which period did the widespread use of bronze, an alloy of copper and tin, characterize the tools and artifacts?
- Bronze Age (correct)
- Iron Age
- Copper Age
- Steel Age
Which cultural developments were significantly influenced by the increased production and surplus resources in the Bronze Age?
Which cultural developments were significantly influenced by the increased production and surplus resources in the Bronze Age?
- City development and expanded trade networks (correct)
- Religious practices
- Artistic creativity
- Technological advancements
Which ancient empires and civilizations are associated with the Iron Age due to their rise and fall during this period?
Which ancient empires and civilizations are associated with the Iron Age due to their rise and fall during this period?
- Greeks and Romans
- Egyptians and Persians
- Hittites and Assyrians (correct)
- Mayans and Aztecs
What characterized the Steel Age in terms of material advancement that became more prevalent during this period?
What characterized the Steel Age in terms of material advancement that became more prevalent during this period?
Which type of metal was increasingly used for tools, weapons, and other implements during the Iron Age?
Which type of metal was increasingly used for tools, weapons, and other implements during the Iron Age?
What major contribution did the use of steel make to cultural developments during its time frame?
What major contribution did the use of steel make to cultural developments during its time frame?
When did the Neolithic Period occur?
When did the Neolithic Period occur?
Which hominin species is associated with the discovery of fire?
Which hominin species is associated with the discovery of fire?
What is a defining characteristic of the Paleolithic Age?
What is a defining characteristic of the Paleolithic Age?
Which writing system first appeared in Mesopotamia around 3500 BC?
Which writing system first appeared in Mesopotamia around 3500 BC?
What is a nomad?
What is a nomad?
Which period marked the transition from a nomadic lifestyle to settled communities?
Which period marked the transition from a nomadic lifestyle to settled communities?
What is the main focus of Siddha medicine?
What is the main focus of Siddha medicine?
During the Golden Age of Indian medicine, who was known as a physician?
During the Golden Age of Indian medicine, who was known as a physician?
What procedure involves the placement of hot cups on the skin to create suction?
What procedure involves the placement of hot cups on the skin to create suction?
Which ancient concept aims to prevent or heal disease by maintaining or restoring yin yang balance?
Which ancient concept aims to prevent or heal disease by maintaining or restoring yin yang balance?
What technique involves inserting thin needles at specific points in the body?
What technique involves inserting thin needles at specific points in the body?
In Siddha medicine, what type of substances are also used in addition to spices and fruits for treatment?
In Siddha medicine, what type of substances are also used in addition to spices and fruits for treatment?
Who made significant contributions to the scientific method and played a key role in the scientific revolution?
Who made significant contributions to the scientific method and played a key role in the scientific revolution?
Which scientist is credited with pioneering research on radioactivity and discovering radium and polonium?
Which scientist is credited with pioneering research on radioactivity and discovering radium and polonium?
Who developed the theory of evolution and published it in 'On the Origin of Species' in 1859?
Who developed the theory of evolution and published it in 'On the Origin of Species' in 1859?
Which scientist contributed greatly to developing cures for rabies, anthrax, and pasteurization to make milk safer to drink?
Which scientist contributed greatly to developing cures for rabies, anthrax, and pasteurization to make milk safer to drink?
Who is known for their work on electromagnetism, AC current, and patents from electricity to radio transmission?
Who is known for their work on electromagnetism, AC current, and patents from electricity to radio transmission?
According to Louis Wolpert, when do dangers and ethical issues arise in science?
According to Louis Wolpert, when do dangers and ethical issues arise in science?
What was the purpose of the Intihuatana stone for the Inca civilization?
What was the purpose of the Intihuatana stone for the Inca civilization?
What type of agriculture did the Aztecs practice in the Valley of Mexico?
What type of agriculture did the Aztecs practice in the Valley of Mexico?
Which civilization developed advance agricultural techniques for high altitude regions?
Which civilization developed advance agricultural techniques for high altitude regions?
What combination was used in Aztec medicine by healers known as ticitl?
What combination was used in Aztec medicine by healers known as ticitl?
In which civilization were massive stone structures built without mortar?
In which civilization were massive stone structures built without mortar?
Which civilization made advancements in areas such as astronomy, mathematics, medicine, and agriculture?
Which civilization made advancements in areas such as astronomy, mathematics, medicine, and agriculture?
