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Scientific Theories and Philosophies Quiz
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Scientific Theories and Philosophies Quiz

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Who among the Greek philosophers proposed that water was the fundamental principle of the universe?

  • Thales (correct)
  • Xenophanes
  • Anaximenes
  • Democritus
  • Which Greek philosopher suggested that air is the source of all things?

  • Heraclitus
  • Xenophanes
  • Anaximenes (correct)
  • Thales
  • Who was the first Greek philosopher to distinguish between planets and stars?

  • Thales
  • Democritus
  • Anaximenes (correct)
  • Xenophanes
  • Which philosopher was known for his critique of Greek popular religion?

    <p>Xenophanes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which century did Thales, the ancient Greek philosopher, live in?

    <p>6th century BCE</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Anaximenes, what is the source of all things?

    <p>Air</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who attempted to create a theory explaining the natural world?

    <p>Thales</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Thales propose as the fundamental principle of the universe?

    <p>Water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which philosopher provided scientific explanations for natural events like thunder and earthquakes?

    <p>Anaximenes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Xenophanes critique?

    <p>Greek popular religion</p> Signup and view all the answers

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