Who was responsible for most of the progress in science and math ...

[big1devin]

Who was responsible for most of the progress in science and math after the fall of the Roman Empire?
  a. Arabs
  b. Greeks
  c. Asians
  d. Vikings

Question 2

What kind of information can be determined about the ocean with the use of satellites?
  a. The height of the sea surface
  b. The temperature of the sea surface
  c. The amount of plankton productivity
  d. All of these choices

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
The progress in medicine, astronomy, philosophy, and mathematics was primarily made by Arabs.
They also imported advances in technology, like the compass, from Asia. Information can be found in
the section Understanding the Ocean Began with Voyaging for Trade and Exploration.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has been a large contributor to marine
science. Their satellites are able to provide a vast amount of very accurate information. Information
can be found in the section Contemporary Oceanography Makes Use of Modern Technology.