« previous next »

Author Question: How did Renaissance thinkers, such as Galileo Galilei, best contribute to the progression of ... (Read 26 times)

Jkov05

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 556
on: Jul 10, 2018
How did Renaissance thinkers, such as Galileo Galilei, best contribute to the progression of science?
 
  a. With the discovery of the New World, they were able to pinpoint the origin of humanity.
  b. They determined that all texts from the Middle Ages were incorrect and rewrote them.
  c. They performed research that laid a foundation for an academic discipline devoted to the scientific understanding of the human condition.
  d. They argued openly against church doctrine.

Question 2

With the circumnavigation of the globe, Renaissance scholars developed a strong sense of __________.
 
  a. biological and cultural variation
  b. the fixity of species
  c. humanity's inferiority in nature
  d. monogenism


snackralk

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 363
Reply #1 on: Jul 10, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: c

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: a


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Signs and symptoms of a drug overdose include losing consciousness, fever or sweating, breathing problems, abnormal pulse, and changes in skin color.

Did you know?

In 2006, a generic antinausea drug named ondansetron was approved. It is used to stop nausea and vomiting associated with surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy.

Did you know?

Adolescents often feel clumsy during puberty because during this time of development, their hands and feet grow faster than their arms and legs do. The body is therefore out of proportion. One out of five adolescents actually experiences growing pains during this period.

Did you know?

IgA antibodies protect body surfaces exposed to outside foreign substances. IgG antibodies are found in all body fluids. IgM antibodies are the first type of antibody made in response to an infection. IgE antibody levels are often high in people with allergies. IgD antibodies are found in tissues lining the abdomen and chest.

Did you know?

Adults are resistant to the bacterium that causes Botulism. These bacteria thrive in honey – therefore, honey should never be given to infants since their immune systems are not yet resistant.

Progression of changes leading to lung cancer Progression of changes leading to lung cancer
A schematic showing the progression of atherosclerosis A schematic showing the progression of atherosclerosis
HIV progression HIV progression
Certain foods and lifestyle factors contribute to heartburn Certain foods and lifestyle factors contribute to heartburn
Galileo and Galilean Telescope Galileo and Galilean Telescope
Gene therapy can prevent progression of metachromatic leukodystrophy Gene therapy can prevent progression of metachromatic leukodystrophy
Video: Miller's reaction chamber experiment Animation

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library