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How science began

1. The Origins of Science Exploring How Science Began and Evolved

2. What Is Science? - Science is the systematic study of the natural world through observation and experimentation. - It helps explain phenomena and predict outcomes.

3. Early Beginnings of Science - Prehistoric humans observed nature to survive. - Development of tools and mastery of fire. - Early agricultural practices show systematic observation.

4. Ancient Civilizations and Science - Mesopotamians: Early astronomy and mathematics. - Egyptians: Medicine, engineering, and irrigation systems. - Indians: Numerals and Ayurvedic medicine. - Chinese: Inventions like the compass and gunpowder.

5. Contributions from Ancient Greece - Thales: Explored natural explanations for phenomena. - Aristotle: Laid foundations for biology and logic. - Pythagoras: Advanced mathematical principles. - Hippocrates: Established ethical practices in medicine.

6. The Islamic Golden Age - Scholars preserved and expanded Greek and Roman knowledge. - Alhazen: Contributions to optics. - Avicenna: Influential medical texts. - Al-Khwarizmi: Development of algebra.

7. The Renaissance and Scientific Revolution - Revival of ancient knowledge during the Renaissance. - Scientific Revolution (16th–18th century): Birth of the scientific method. - Figures like Galileo, Copernicus, and Newton revolutionized science.

8. Modern Science - 19th century: Evolution theory by Darwin and advances in chemistry and physics. - 20th century: Discoveries in quantum physics, genetics, and space exploration. - Continued innovations shaping the modern world.

9. Conclusion - Science began with basic observations of nature. - It evolved through contributions from various cultures and civilizations. - Today, science continues to expand our understanding of the universe.

10. Questions Feel free to ask any questions or share your thoughts!