General Science/Everyday Science MCQs
Topic Notes: General Science/Everyday Science
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Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
31
Jabir’s scientific method emphasized:
Answer:
Experimentation
He introduced experimentation to chemical science.
32
His _Book of Seventy_ was about:
Answer:
Alchemy and chemistry
It compiled detailed chemical processes and experiments.
33
Which unusual invention is credited to Jabir?
Answer:
Fire-resistant paper
He developed a type of paper resistant to flames.
34
Jabir classified metals into:
Answer:
Sulfur and mercury
He explained metals through the sulfur-mercury theory.
35
He created a substance that could dissolve gold called:
Answer:
Aqua Regia
Aqua Regia is a mixture of acids capable of dissolving gold.
36
Jabir invented which process?
Answer:
Distillation
He developed distillation as well as calcination, sublimation, and crystallization.
37
Which acid was NOT discovered by Jabir?
Answer:
Lactic acid
He discovered mineral acids but not lactic acid.
38
Jabir was born in:
Answer:
Tous, Iran
He was born in 721 A.D. in Tous, Iran.
39
Jabir ibn Hayyan is known as the:
Answer:
Father of Chemistry
He introduced experimentation and scientific methods into chemistry.
40
He is often called:
Answer:
Father of Modern Medicine
His _Canon of Medicine_ remained a cornerstone of medical science for centuries.
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## **Jabir ibn Hayyan (Geber)**