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Which ancient civilization contributed to early writing on mineralogy, including gemstones?
Which ancient civilization contributed to early writing on mineralogy, including gemstones?
- Ancient Babylonia (correct)
- Ancient China
- Ancient Greece
- Ancient India
Who wrote the book 'Natural History' which described many different minerals and their properties?
Who wrote the book 'Natural History' which described many different minerals and their properties?
- Georgius Agricola
- Pliny the Elder (correct)
- De re metallica
- Al-Biruni
What is mineralogy?
What is mineralogy?
- The study of the chemistry, crystal structure, and physical properties of minerals (correct)
- The study of the Earth's crust
- The study of gemstones
- The study of rocks and fossils
Which Persian scientist wrote the book 'Kitab al Jawahir' (Book of Precious Stones)?
Which Persian scientist wrote the book 'Kitab al Jawahir' (Book of Precious Stones)?
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Which Renaissance specialist wrote the book 'De re metallica' (On Metals)?
Which Renaissance specialist wrote the book 'De re metallica' (On Metals)?
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