Crash Course History of Science Preview

Hank Green introduces a series on the history of science, exploring fundamental questions about existence and the development of the scientific method. The series will cover historical figures like Aristotle and Plato, as well as modern scientific achievements such as the discovery of DNA and the space race. The aim is to understand how humans have expanded their knowledge over time.

What is the primary focus of the introduction in the video?

• The role of technology in modern science

• The structure of the universe

• The importance of asking questions and the scientific method

• The history of the solar system

What is one of the mysteries about matter discussed in the video?

• Why quarks exist

• How electrons move

• Why atoms are invisible

• The color of protons

Which ancient philosophers are mentioned in relation to the development of the scientific method?

• Newton and Galileo

• Confucius and Laozi

• Aristotle and Plato

• Socrates and Pythagoras

What significant scientific milestone is mentioned in the final section?

• The invention of the wheel

• The discovery of DNA

• The creation of the internet

• The development of the steam engine

What does the video suggest about the relationship between science and survival in the pre-industrial world?

• Science was crucial for survival

• Science was irrelevant to daily life

• Science was a luxury for the rich

• Science was only for entertainment