Rise of the Greek Civilization

What scientific advancement is attributed to the Greek civilization that laid the foundation for modern astronomy?

• Development of the geocentric model

• Invention of the telescope

• Discovery of the heliocentric model

• Creation of the astrolabe

Which Greek philosopher is known for his contributions to the early understanding of biology and classification of living organisms?

• Plato

• Aristotle

• Socrates

• Pythagoras

The Greeks were among the first to propose that matter is composed of small, indivisible particles. What is the modern term for these particles?

• Atoms

• Molecules

• Ions

• Compounds

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Which Greek mathematician is known for his work in geometry, particularly for the theorem that bears his name?

• Euclid

• Archimedes

• Pythagoras

• Hippocrates

What is the significance of the Antikythera mechanism, an ancient Greek device, in the history of science?

• It was used to predict solar eclipses

• It was an early form of a computer

• It was used for navigation at sea

• It was a tool for measuring time

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Which Greek philosopher's work laid the groundwork for the scientific method by emphasizing observation and empirical evidence?

• Aristotle

• Plato

• Democritus

• Epicurus

The concept of the four classical elements (earth, water, air, fire) was proposed by which Greek philosopher?

• Empedocles

• Anaximander

• Heraclitus

• Thales

Which Greek scientist is credited with the discovery of buoyancy and the principle that bears his name?

• Archimedes

• Euclid

• Pythagoras

• Hippocrates

What was the primary focus of Hippocrates' contributions to science?

• Astronomy

• Mathematics

• Medicine

• Physics

Which Greek philosopher proposed the idea that the Earth revolves around the Sun, a concept that was not widely accepted until much later?

• Aristarchus

• Ptolemy

• Socrates

• Plato