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Who proposed the theory that Earth is a sphere?
Who proposed the theory that Earth is a sphere?
- Anaximander
- Aristarchus
- Anaximenes
- Pythagoras (correct)
Which pre-Socratic philosopher formulated a theory of the origin and evolution of life?
Which pre-Socratic philosopher formulated a theory of the origin and evolution of life?
- Anaximander (correct)
- Aristarchus
- Anaximenes
- Thales
According to the pre-Socratic philosophers, what is the primary substance?
According to the pre-Socratic philosophers, what is the primary substance?
- Water
- Earth
- Air (correct)
- Fire
Which pre-Socratic philosopher originally proposed a sun-centered universe?
Which pre-Socratic philosopher originally proposed a sun-centered universe?
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What does the term 'contrivance' mean in the context of philosophy?
What does the term 'contrivance' mean in the context of philosophy?
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