Developm

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Science in
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MAYA CIVILIZATION
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One of the famous civilizations that lasted for
approximately 2000 years. These people are
known for thir works in astronomy. They
incorporate their advanced understaning of
astronomy into their temples and other religious
structures
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Mayan knowledge and unerstanding about
celestial bodies was advanced for their time , as
evidence by their knowledge of predicting eclipse
and using astrological cycles in planning and
hrvesting.The mayans are also known for
measuring time using two complicated calendar
system.
Inca Civilization
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The Incans made advanced scientific ideas
considering their limitations as an old civilization.
1. Roads paved with stones
2. Stone buildings that surmounted earthquakes
and other disaster
3. Irrigation system and technique for storing water
for their crops, to grow in all types of land
4. Calendar with 12 months to mark their religious
festivals and prepare them fot planting season
5. The first Suspension bridge
6. A system knoted ropes to keep records that only
Aztec Civilitation
Aztec civilitation has also made substantial contributions to science and
technologyand to the society as a whole

1. Mandatoryeducation- The Aztec puts value on education, that is why their

children are mandated to get education regardless.

2. Chocolates- The aztec developed chocolate during their time. In the mayan
culture, they used it as currency. The Aztec value the cacao beans highly and
made it as part of their tribute to their goals

3. Antispasmodic Medication- They used a type of antipasmodic medication that

could prevent muscle spasm and relax muscles, which could help during
surgery

4. Chinampa- It is a form of aztec technology for agricultural farming in which the

land was divided into rectangular areas and surrouded by canals.

5. Aztec Calendar- This enable them to plan their activities rituals, and planting
season

6. Invention of the Canoe- A light narrow boat used for travelling in wter systems.