Removal Quiz 1.Why Scientific Revolution is defined as the Period of Enlightenment? 2. What is the greatest contribution of Science and Technology in Nation Building 3. Explain the concept of Natural Selection 4. Discuss the Theory of Evolution 1.Why Scientific Revolution is defined as the Period of Enlightenment? - It is the period of enlightenment when the developments in the fields of mathematics, physics, astronomy, biology, and chemistry transformed the views of society about nature. - The ideas generated during this period enabled the people to reflect, rethink, and reexamine their beliefs and their way of life; - It led to the creation of new research fields in science and prompted the establishment of a strong foundation for modern science. Natural Selection • Natural selection is a simple mechanism that causes populations of living things to change over time. 'Individuals with the most favorable traits survive and reproduce' Theory of Evolution • The theory of evolution is based on the idea that all species are related and gradually change over time.