The Hellenistic World Was One in Which Traditional Greek Culture

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Essay

The Hellenistic world was one in which traditional Greek culture came into contact with societies and cultures as far away as India. Of particular importance to Hellenistic society were religion, philosophy, and science, all of which shaped and were shaped by the cultures with which they came into contact. Explain Hellenistic beliefs, practices, and advances in each of these areas.

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Definitions:

Kidney

A pair of organs in the vertebrate urinary system that function to filter blood, removing waste products and excess substances to form urine.

Enzyme

Biological molecules, typically proteins, that significantly speed up the rate of virtually all of the chemical reactions that take place within cells.

Hypertension

A medical condition in which the blood pressure in the arteries is persistently elevated, often leading to significant health risks.

UTI

An abbreviation for Urinary Tract Infection, a common infection that affects parts of the urinary tract.