Learned Associations and Scientific Societies Formed During the Scientific Revolution

question 19

Multiple Choice

Learned associations and scientific societies formed during the Scientific Revolution to

• A)make sure scientific knowledge remained only with those actively working on scientific discoveries.
• B)ensure that scientific knowledge remained only in the upper classes.
• C)ensure royal funding for the scientific community.
• D)protect scientists from the Inquisition.
• E)ensure the spread of scientific knowledge to those who were interested.

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