Unit 1 - Sientific Method

Why some people were against Charles Darwin?

• Because it contradicts the belief that God created man in his own image

• Because there was not enough scientific evidence

• Because he was bald

What impact did the theory of evolution have on society?

• It didn't have any impact in society, only in science.

• It had a deep impact, because it was an explanation of human origin which contradicted that of religion

• It had a deep impact because were created religions that worshiped monkeys

What is gene editing?

• It is a type of genetic engineer in wich the DNA is changed

• It is a type of genetic that only people older than 65 have

• It is a type of cells

How does gene editing works ?

• Using enzymes where they introduce cuts into the DNA strands

• The new genes are introduced into the body through a surgical operation.

• New genes are introduced into the body using the cells of another family member

What is pennicilin?

• The first antibiotic ever used

• The first pain supressor ever used

• The first anti-inflammatory ever used

Why was so important the discovery of pennicilin?

• Due to the placebo effect it causes in the patient

• Because it was the first medication effective against bacterial infections

• Because it has saved many lives by applying it as an antiseptic to wounds

What is heliocentrism based on?

• Sun moved around the earth

• Earth moved around the moon

• Earth moved around the Sun

Why did heliocentrism have so much opposition?

• Because it sounded weird

• Because there was not enough scientific evidence to prove it

• Because it was considered by the Catholic Church as a heresy (among other reasons)

Who was the first to use general anesthesia?

• Hippocrates of Kos, a greek physician of the classical period

• Horace Wells, an american dentist in the 19th century

• Hanaoka Sheishu, a japanese surgeon

Why the discovery of general anesthesia is so important?

• Because it was the first effective treatment against baldness

• Because surgeons can perform more complex, time-consuming operations, saving more lives.

• Because it allowed people who couldn't sleep to have a peaceful dream