CRADLES OF EARLY SCIENCE

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Maya Civilization

Known for advancements in astronomy, including predicting eclipses and using astrological cycles for agriculture.

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Inca Civilization

Recognized for their stone buildings, irrigation systems, and the invention of the first suspension bridge.

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Aztec Civilization

Flourished in central Mexico from 1300 to 1521, known for mandatory education and contributions to agriculture and medicine.

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Quipu

A system of knotted ropes used by the Inca for record-keeping and communication.

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Chinampa

A method of agriculture used by the Aztecs involving rectangular areas of fertile land on lake beds.

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Brahmagupta

An Indian mathematician who introduced rules for the use of zero and negative numbers in arithmetic.

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Seismology

The branch of geology focused on studying earthquakes and seismic waves.

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Ibn al-Haytham

Known as the Father of Optics for his work on the intromission theory of light.

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Muhammad Ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi

A mathematician who founded the concepts of algorithms and algebra.

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Ibn Sina

A pioneer in experimental medicine and the study of contagious diseases.

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Jabir Ibn Hayyan

Recognized as the Father of Chemistry and a foundational figure in modern chemistry.

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Lebombo Bone

The oldest known calendar, believed to have been used for tracking lunar and menstrual cycles.

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Egyptian Mathematics

Egyptians excelled in fundamental mathematical operations and had knowledge of algebra and trigonometry.

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