The scientist whose work led to the law that states that the volume of a gas varies with the pressure exerted upon it and who argued that matter is composed of atoms, later known as the chemical elements, was
A) William Harvey.
B) Paracelsus.
C) Andreas Vesalius.
D) Robert Boyle.
E) Antoine Lavoisier.
D
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a. They were both expanding states governed by elite clans. b. Despite obvious signs of rebellion, it is clear that the commoners respected and protected temples and temple sculptures. c. Leaders derived their strength from reciprocal patron-client relationships. d. After the year 950, there are signs of intense class tensions in both states.
Conflict between philosophy and theology arose because ________
A. Aristotle's teachings were inherently illogical B. Aristotle believed only in the Old Testament C. Aristotle's belief in the eternality of the world was heretical in Christian eyes D. Muslim scholars had already discredited the works of St. Augustine E. St. Paul had already condemned the works of Greek philosophy
What was glasnost?
a. The Soviet policy of openness under Mikhail Gorbachev b. Mikhail Gorbachev's economic restructuring c. The withdrawal of Soviet troops from Eastern Europe d. The Soviet version of SDI
How successful were the Revolutions of 1830 and 1848?
a. Very successful—each revolutionary group achieved its goals b. Only the Greek Revolution was successful c. The liberals won in the Ottoman Empire d. None achieved their goals