HIST-1107EL Study Guide - Quiz Guide: Herophilos, The Possession, Natural Science
15 Dec 2020
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Homo sapiens first walked the earth about 100. 000 years ago, the control of fire is an essential part of existence. The mastery of fire is dated at 350. 000 years ago, and its existence provided us with the ability to cook food. The cooking of food had an unforeseen consequence cooking food makes the carbohydrates easier to break down, this allowed for more growth in the brain. There were 3 problems mankind faced before it was able to use fire to its maximal advantage; ignition, choice of fuel and extend its range of use. There were no significant developments in the use of fire until the invention of pottery around. 5000bc, in the nuclear zone; iran, syria and turkey. The innovative use of fire led to the development of glass around 3000-2000bc; basic component is quartz, which is a simple compound of silicon. The introduction of written records represents one of the most important moments in the development of science.
