CCHS3q Plato and Aristotle: Crash Course History of Science

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What did Aristotle's taxonomy rely on?

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A system of souls.

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What can an octopus do that Aristotle noticed?

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It can change color.

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What did Aristotle use to explain everything in his cosmology?

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Four elements and four physical sensations.

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What method is Socrates known for?

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The Socratic Method.

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Who were the two important students of Socrates?

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Plato and Aristotle.

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What is the main focus of Aristotle's philosophy?

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Understanding the natural world through observation and classification.

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What is the Socratic Method?

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A form of cooperative argumentative dialogue that stimulates critical thinking.

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What are the four elements in Aristotle's cosmology?

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Earth, Water, Air, and Fire.

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How did Aristotle classify living organisms?

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Based on their characteristics and the concept of 'souls'.

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What is the significance of Plato in philosophy?

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He founded the Academy in Athens and wrote dialogues exploring justice, beauty, and equality.