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What is Nicolaus Copernicus primarily known for?
What is Nicolaus Copernicus primarily known for?
- The Heliocentric Theory of the universe (correct)
- Discovery of gravity
- The theory of evolution
- Natural selection
Which publication is associated with Copernicus's theories?
Which publication is associated with Copernicus's theories?
- The Structure of Scientific Revolutions
- On the Origin of Species
- The Principles of Geology
- Six Books Concerning the Revolutions of the Heavenly Orbs (correct)
What foundational concept is Charles Darwin known for in the field of science?
What foundational concept is Charles Darwin known for in the field of science?
- The theory of relativity
- The laws of motion
- Natural selection (correct)
- The periodic table
Which of the following best describes Darwin's view on species?
Which of the following best describes Darwin's view on species?
How did Copernicus's theory challenge the prevailing view of the universe?
How did Copernicus's theory challenge the prevailing view of the universe?
What process did Darwin describe that leads to evolution?
What process did Darwin describe that leads to evolution?
What was a significant impact of Copernicus's work on astronomy?
What was a significant impact of Copernicus's work on astronomy?
Who collaborated with Darwin in the publication of his ideas on evolution?
Who collaborated with Darwin in the publication of his ideas on evolution?
What significant theory did Sigmund Freud develop?
What significant theory did Sigmund Freud develop?
Which intellectual revolution is characterized by the heliocentric model of the universe?
Which intellectual revolution is characterized by the heliocentric model of the universe?
What was the main impact of the intellectual revolutions discussed?
What was the main impact of the intellectual revolutions discussed?
What was a common reaction to the intellectual revolutions?
What was a common reaction to the intellectual revolutions?
Which area of study was significantly influenced by Freud's theories?
Which area of study was significantly influenced by Freud's theories?
What concept did Copernicus propose in his heliocentric model?
What concept did Copernicus propose in his heliocentric model?
What was one of Freud's influential theories about human behavior?
What was one of Freud's influential theories about human behavior?
What does the phrase 'intellectual revolutions' primarily refer to?
What does the phrase 'intellectual revolutions' primarily refer to?
What was a primary focus of early African studies in alchemy?
What was a primary focus of early African studies in alchemy?
Which type of calendar was NOT used by Africans?
Which type of calendar was NOT used by Africans?
Which technological advancement did North Africa and the Nile Valley import from the Near East?
Which technological advancement did North Africa and the Nile Valley import from the Near East?
What is the significance of the Lebombo Bone?
What is the significance of the Lebombo Bone?
During the medieval period, what type of math was particularly advanced in Islamic regions of Africa?
During the medieval period, what type of math was particularly advanced in Islamic regions of Africa?
What was a crucial impact of mathematics in early African societies?
What was a crucial impact of mathematics in early African societies?
What concept did Brahmagupta contribute to mathematics?
What concept did Brahmagupta contribute to mathematics?
Which of these was NOT a field of study in early African civilizations?
Which of these was NOT a field of study in early African civilizations?
Who is recognized as the founder of mathematical analysis?
Who is recognized as the founder of mathematical analysis?
What was a major benefit of metallurgy in ancient African regions?
What was a major benefit of metallurgy in ancient African regions?
Which ancient instrument was used to measure the positions of stars?
Which ancient instrument was used to measure the positions of stars?
What significant achievement is associated with ancient India?
What significant achievement is associated with ancient India?
What was one of the main reasons cultural factors affected the development of modern science in China?
What was one of the main reasons cultural factors affected the development of modern science in China?
Which of the following was NOT a significant contribution of ancient China?
Which of the following was NOT a significant contribution of ancient China?
Which civilization is known for its substantial contributions to medicine, astronomy, and mathematics?
Which civilization is known for its substantial contributions to medicine, astronomy, and mathematics?
What early discovery helped ancient Chinese medicine?
What early discovery helped ancient Chinese medicine?
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Study Notes
UNIVERSITY OF SAINT LOUIS Overview
- Located in Tuguegarao City, offers programs through the School of Education, Arts, and Sciences.
- Academic Year 2023-2024 includes the SCTS 1013 course: Science, Technology, and Society.
University Structure
- Prepared by: Nickson B. Cammayo, Marvin B. Baccay, MST, Marly I. Iquin, Ph.D.
- Revised by: Karl Oliver C. Ricardo.
- Reviewed by: Mirelle Jean A. Caronan, MST, PE, ARTS, SCTS Head.
- Recommended by: Herbert S. Corpus, Ed.D, Academic Dean.
- Approved by: Emmanuel James P. Pattaguan, Ph.D, Vice President for Academics.
University Prayer
- Acknowledges divine blessings and sustenance for the university community.
- Emphasizes commitment to the mission of serving Church and society.
- Inspired by St. Louis, focusing on living with purpose and Gospel values.
Intellectual Revolutions in Society
- Focuses on key contributors to science and their revolutionary theories.
Key Contributors
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Nicolaus Copernicus
- Polish astronomer known as the father of modern astronomy.
- Proposed the heliocentric model, asserting that the Sun, not the Earth, is the center of the solar system.
- Published "Six Books Concerning the Revolutions of the Heavenly Orbs" in 1543.
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Charles Darwin
- English naturalist known for contributions to evolutionary science.
- Proposed that all species share common ancestors and introduced natural selection as a mechanism for evolution.
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Sigmund Freud
- Austrian neurologist and founder of psychoanalysis.
- Developed techniques to explore unconscious conflicts through free association, dreams, and fantasies.
Concept of Intellectual Revolutions
- Intellectual revolutions signify paradigm shifts in scientific understanding, opposing established beliefs.
- Focuses on three major revolutions: Copernican, Darwinian, and Freudian, which reshaped perceptions of science and society.
Copernican Revolution
- 16th-century paradigm shift leading to the heliocentric model of the universe.
- Challenged Earth-centered views prevalent in science and philosophy.
Contributions from Other Civilizations
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China:
- Made advancements in medicine, astronomy, mathematics, arts, and various sciences.
- Innovations include acupuncture, compass, papermaking, gunpowder, and various agricultural tools.
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Middle East:
- Historically significant for alchemy and study of anatomy, pharmacology, and astronomy.
- Developed early empirical methods of scientific study and medical practices.
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Africa:
- Contributions included metallurgy, mathematics (e.g., Lebombo Bone as an ancient calculation tool), and early calendars.
- Islamic regions notable for advanced mathematical concepts during the medieval period.
Summary of Innovations
- Highlights the interconnectedness of civilizations in the development of science and technology.
- Emphasizes the importance of historical context in understanding modern scientific advancements.
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