Science in Ancient Greece, V century BC

Science in Ancient Greece, V century BC

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Philosophy

9th - 10th Grade

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The video explores the contributions of ancient Greek philosophers to science and medicine. It highlights Hippocrates' role in establishing medical ethics, Democritus' atomic theory, Archimedes' discovery of hydrostatics, and Eratosthenes' calculation of Earth's circumference. These achievements laid the foundation for modern scientific disciplines and demonstrate the Greeks' influence on subsequent civilizations.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What was Eratosthenes' achievement regarding the measurement of the Earth?

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How did ancient Greek philosophers influence modern scientific disciplines?

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